Fold hackle fibres back before wrapping so they lay in the right direction
Fold hackle fibres back before wrapping so they lay in the right direction
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: Fold hackle fibres back before wrapping so they lay in the right direction
How to do it: Fold hackle fibres back before wrapping so they lay correctly
Mistake it fixes: Wrapping hackle without folding fibres back
Why it works: Folded-back fibres lay in the correct direction, giving a clean, flowing hackle.
When it matters most: Fly tying, hackle