Keep wing proportions modest rather than oversized
Keep wing proportions modest rather than oversized
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: Keep wing proportions modest rather than oversized
How to do it: Keep dry fly wings modest in size, not oversized
Mistake it fixes: Tying oversized dry fly wings
Why it works: Modest wings give a natural profile and balance. Oversized wings unbalance the fly and look unnatural.
When it matters most: Fly tying, wings