Use fewer fibres for small flies and more for a thick body
Use fewer fibres for small flies and more for a thick body
Filters
- Topic: Fly selection and tying
- Original category: Fly Tying and Materials
- Species: Trout
- Water: Not stated
- Region: Not stated
- Skill level: Beginner
Tip
Tip: Use fewer fibres for small flies and more for a thick body
How to do it: Adjust fibre count to fly size: fewer for small flies, more for thick bodies
Mistake it fixes: Using the same fibre count for all fly sizes
Why it works: Fibre count should match fly size. Small flies need fewer fibres to stay slim, thick bodies need more.
When it matters most: Fly tying, fibres