Apply dubbing loosely, then roll the fingers to tighten it; pull off excess
Apply dubbing loosely, then roll the fingers to tighten it; pull off excess
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: Apply dubbing loosely, then roll the fingers to tighten it; pull off excess
How to do it: Apply dubbing loosely, roll fingers to tighten, and pull off excess
Mistake it fixes: Applying dubbing tightly from the start
Why it works: Loose application followed by rolling gives even, controlled dubbing. Tight application from the start creates lumps.
When it matters most: Fly tying, dubbing