Keep the tail about body length
Keep the tail about body length
Filters
- Topic: Fly selection and tying
- Original category: Fly Tying and Materials
- Species: Steelhead
- Water: Not stated
- Region: Not stated
- Skill level: Beginner
Tip
Tip: Keep the tail about body length
How to do it: Set tails approximately equal to body length
Mistake it fixes: Making tails much longer or shorter than the body
Why it works: A tail about body length gives a balanced profile that swims naturally.
When it matters most: Fly tying, tails