Take tail fibres from the middle or back of the hackle, with the tail extending past the barb
Take tail fibres from the middle or back of the hackle, with the tail extending past the barb
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: Take tail fibres from the middle or back of the hackle, with the tail extending past the barb
How to do it: Select tail fibres from the middle or back of a hackle, extending the tail past the barb
Mistake it fixes: Taking tail fibres from the tip, giving weak tails
Why it works: Middle and back hackle fibres are stronger and give durable tails extending past the barb.
When it matters most: Fly tying, tails