For dry flies, use stiff hackle so the fly sits up on top of the water; soft hackle will sit down in the water
For dry flies, use stiff hackle so the fly sits up on top of the water; soft hackle will sit down in the water
Filters
- Topic: Fly selection and tying
- Original category: Fly Tying and Materials
- Species: Trout
- Water: Not stated
- Region: Not stated
- Skill level: Intermediate
Tip
Tip: For dry flies, use stiff hackle so the fly sits up on top of the water; soft hackle will sit down in the water
How to do it: Use stiff hackle for dry flies to keep them on top; soft hackle sinks into the film
Mistake it fixes: Using soft hackle for dry flies
Why it works: Stiff hackle supports a dry fly on the surface film. Soft hackle collapses and sinks, changing presentation.
When it matters most: Dry fly tying, hackle