Choose a not-too-fluffy strand for a small hook, and finish with a small bushy tuft
Choose a not-too-fluffy strand for a small hook, and finish with a small bushy tuft
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: Choose a not-too-fluffy strand for a small hook, and finish with a small bushy tuft
How to do it: For small hooks, choose a not-too-fluffy flash strand and finish with a small bushy tuft
Mistake it fixes: Using fluffy strands on small hooks
Why it works: Small hooks need slim flash. A not-too-fluffy strand with a small tuft gives the right proportion.
When it matters most: Fly tying, flash