Pull soft hackle back with the fingers and wrap over it to give about a 45-degree angle
Pull soft hackle back with the fingers and wrap over it to give about a 45-degree angle
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: Pull soft hackle back with the fingers and wrap over it to give about a 45-degree angle
How to do it: Sweep soft hackle back with fingers and wrap over it for about a 45-degree angle
Mistake it fixes: Leaving soft hackle upright
Why it works: Soft hackle at 45 degrees lies naturally in water. Upright hackle looks stiff.
When it matters most: Fly tying, hackle