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Pinch body material with the other hand while wrapping to prevent it from flipping

Pinch body material with the other hand while wrapping to prevent it from flipping

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  • Topic: Fly selection and tying
  • Original category: Fly Tying and Materials
  • Species: Trout
  • Water: Not stated
  • Region: Not stated
  • Skill level: Beginner

Tip

Tip: Pinch body material with the other hand while wrapping to prevent it from flipping

How to do it: Hold body material with the opposite hand during wrapping to prevent flipping

Mistake it fixes: Wrapping body material without holding it, letting it flip

Why it works: Holding material prevents flipping that creates uneven bodies and lost fibres.

When it matters most: Fly tying, body

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