For the wing, use a soft wrap first, then tighten, and remove stray strands with fingers
For the wing, use a soft wrap first, then tighten, and remove stray strands with fingers
Filters
- Topic: Fly selection and tying
- Original category: Fly Tying and Materials
- Species: Steelhead
- Water: Not stated
- Region: Not stated
- Skill level: Intermediate
Tip
Tip: For the wing, use a soft wrap first, then tighten, and remove stray strands with fingers
How to do it: Tie wings with a soft first wrap, then tighten, removing stray strands with fingers
Mistake it fixes: Tying wings with tight wraps from the start, trapping strays
Why it works: A soft first wrap positions wings, then tightening locks them. Finger removal cleans strays.
When it matters most: Fly tying, wings