Make the tail about body length; slightly shorter or longer is acceptable
Make the tail about body length; slightly shorter or longer is acceptable
Filters
- Topic: Fly selection and tying
- Original category: Fly Tying and Materials
- Species: Steelhead
- Water: Not stated
- Region: Not stated
- Skill level: Beginner
Tip
Tip: Make the tail about body length; slightly shorter or longer is acceptable
How to do it: Set tail length to about body length, allowing slight variation
Mistake it fixes: Making tails far too long or short
Why it works: Body-length tails give a balanced profile. Slight variation is acceptable, but extremes unbalance the fly.
When it matters most: Fly tying, tails