Keep the finished fly sparse
Keep the finished fly sparse
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 the finished fly sparse
How to do it: Tie the finished fly sparse, not bulky
Mistake it fixes: Tying a finished fly bulky
Why it works: Sparse flies move naturally and look like real prey. Bulky flies move poorly.
When it matters most: Fly tying, sparseness