Hackle need not be super webby; a few wraps give a clean look
Hackle need not be super webby; a few wraps give a clean look
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: Hackle need not be super webby; a few wraps give a clean look
How to do it: Use a few hackle wraps for a clean look, rather than super-webby hackle
Mistake it fixes: Using super-webby hackle with many wraps
Why it works: Few wraps of clean hackle give a neat profile. Super-webby hackle with many wraps creates bulk.
When it matters most: Fly tying, hackle