Decide first whether the fly should sink or float, then choose materials accordingly; do not use dry-fly hackle on a wet
Decide first whether the fly should sink or float, then choose materials accordingly; do not use dry-fly hackle on a wet
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: Decide first whether the fly should sink or float, then choose materials accordingly; do not use dry-fly hackle on a wet fly and vice versa
How to do it: Determine sink or float first, then select materials for that behaviour, keeping dry and wet materials separate
Mistake it fixes: Choosing materials without deciding sink or float first
Why it works: Sink versus float determines material choice. Dry hackle floats, wet hackle sinks, and mixing them defeats the fly's purpose.
When it matters most: Fly tying, materials