Use medium oval tinsel because it stands out more than wire, with about three wraps
Use medium oval tinsel because it stands out more than wire, with about three wraps
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- Topic: Fly selection and tying
- Original category: Fly Tying and Materials
- Species: Trout
- Water: Not stated
- Region: Not stated
- Skill level: Intermediate
Tip
Tip: Use medium oval tinsel because it stands out more than wire, with about three wraps
How to do it: Choose medium oval tinsel for ribbing, as it stands out more than wire, with about three wraps
Mistake it fixes: Using wire ribbing when oval tinsel visibility is wanted
Why it works: Oval tinsel reflects more light than wire, giving a more visible rib. Three wraps give clean segmentation.
When it matters most: Fly tying, rib