Build a tapered, slightly buggy body, going back over it to add bulk
Build a tapered, slightly buggy body, going back over it to add bulk
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: Build a tapered, slightly buggy body, going back over it to add bulk
How to do it: Build tapered, slightly buggy bodies, wrapping back over to add bulk where needed
Mistake it fixes: Building straight, smooth bodies without taper or bugginess
Why it works: Tapered, buggy bodies imitate natural nymphs. Wrapping back adds bulk where the body should be thicker.
When it matters most: Fly tying, bodies