A bead is optional; tying without a bead also works
A bead is optional; tying without a bead also works
Filters
- Topic: Fly selection and tying
- Original category: Fly Tying and Materials
- Species: Trout
- Water: Not stated
- Region: Not stated
- Skill level: Beginner
Tip
Tip: A bead is optional; tying without a bead also works
How to do it: Treat a bead as optional on a midge, recognising beadless versions also work
Mistake it fixes: Assuming a bead is required on every midge
Why it works: Beadless midges fish well in shallow or slow water. Beads add weight for deeper water, but are not mandatory.
When it matters most: Fly tying, beads