Place beads upside-down on the bottom so the hook rides up
Place beads upside-down on the bottom so the hook rides up
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: Place beads upside-down on the bottom so the hook rides up
How to do it: Position beads upside-down on the bottom so the hook rides point-up
Mistake it fixes: Placing beads so the hook rides point-down
Why it works: Bead placement affects hook orientation. Upside-down bottom beads keep the hook riding up, improving hookups and reducing snags.
When it matters most: Fly tying, beads