Take biots from the middle of the feather; they are stiff, so they can be tricky to work with
Take biots from the middle of the feather; they are stiff, so they can be tricky to work with
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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: Advanced
Tip
Tip: Take biots from the middle of the feather; they are stiff, so they can be tricky to work with
How to do it: Select biots from the middle of a feather, recognising their stiffness makes them tricky
Mistake it fixes: Taking biots from feather tips where they are weak
Why it works: Middle-feather biots are stiff and strong, giving durable wings and tails despite tricky handling.
When it matters most: Fly tying, biots