Legs need only extend past the wing case, not the full body
Legs need only extend past the wing case, not the full body
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: Legs need only extend past the wing case, not the full body
How to do it: Set legs to extend just past the wing case, not the full body
Mistake it fixes: Making legs extend the full body length
Why it works: Legs past the wing case give sufficient leg impression without excessive length that looks unnatural.
When it matters most: Fly tying, legs