When tying in wing fibres that tend to twist, use the stem temporarily for support, bind with snug rather than tight wra
When tying in wing fibres that tend to twist, use the stem temporarily for support, bind with snug rather than tight wra
Filters
- Topic: Fly selection and tying
- Original category: Fly Tying and Materials
- Species: Trout
- Water: Not stated
- Region: Not stated
- Skill level: Advanced
Tip
Tip: When tying in wing fibres that tend to twist, use the stem temporarily for support, bind with snug rather than tight wraps at first, then adjust length and stand the wing up
How to do it: Support twisting wing fibres with the stem temporarily, bind snugly not tightly at first, then adjust and stand the wing up
Mistake it fixes: Binding twisting wing fibres tightly from the start
Why it works: Snug initial wraps allow adjustment before final tightening. Tight wraps lock twisting fibres in the wrong position.
When it matters most: Fly tying, wings