Keep hackle length similar to wing length, not too long or short
Keep hackle length similar to wing length, not too long or short
Filters
- Topic: Fly selection and tying
- Original category: Fly Tying and Materials
- Species: Steelhead
- Water: Not stated
- Region: Not stated
- Skill level: Intermediate
Tip
Tip: Keep hackle length similar to wing length, not too long or short
How to do it: Match hackle length to wing length, avoiding extremes
Mistake it fixes: Using hackle far longer or shorter than the wing
Why it works: Matched hackle and wing lengths give a balanced profile. Mismatched lengths look unnatural.
When it matters most: Fly tying, hackle