Keep hackle small, with just one or two wraps, and tie it in front
Keep hackle small, with just one or two wraps, and tie it in front
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: Keep hackle small, with just one or two wraps, and tie it in front
How to do it: Use small hackle with one or two wraps, tied in front
Mistake it fixes: Using large hackle with many wraps on a sparse fly
Why it works: Small, sparse hackle gives movement without bulk, matching the fly's slim profile.
When it matters most: Fly tying, hackle