Pinch material while wrapping to keep it from flaring or unwinding
Pinch material while wrapping to keep it from flaring or unwinding
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: Pinch material while wrapping to keep it from flaring or unwinding
How to do it: Pinch body material during wrapping to prevent flaring or unwinding
Mistake it fixes: Wrapping body material without pinching it
Why it works: Pinching holds material in place during wrapping, preventing flaring that ruins the body.
When it matters most: Fly tying, body