Pick out underside fibres with a dubbing needle for a more natural look, and pull off long stray fibres
Pick out underside fibres with a dubbing needle for a more natural look, and pull off long stray fibres
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: Pick out underside fibres with a dubbing needle for a more natural look, and pull off long stray fibres
How to do it: Tease underside fibres out with a dubbing needle for a natural look, removing long strays
Mistake it fixes: Leaving underside fibres flat and stray fibres long
Why it works: Picked-out underside fibres imitate legs and gills, giving a natural scud appearance.
When it matters most: Fly tying, dubbing