Leave extra room at the front; stop body and hackle a little further back rather than running out of room
Leave extra room at the front; stop body and hackle a little further back rather than running out of room
Filters
- Topic: Fly selection and tying
- Original category: Fly Tying and Materials
- Species: Trout
- Water: Not stated
- Region: Not stated
- Skill level: Beginner
Tip
Tip: Leave extra room at the front; stop body and hackle a little further back rather than running out of room
How to do it: Reserve extra front room by stopping body and hackle slightly further back
Mistake it fixes: Running body and hackle right to the eye, leaving no head room
Why it works: Extra front room ensures a clean head can be formed. Without it, the head becomes crowded and weak.
When it matters most: Fly tying, heads