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Softer, stretchier yarn is easier to work with than stiffer yarn

Softer, stretchier yarn is easier to work with than stiffer yarn

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  • Topic: Fly selection and tying
  • Original category: Fly Tying and Materials
  • Species: Trout
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  • Skill level: Beginner

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Tip: Softer, stretchier yarn is easier to work with than stiffer yarn

How to do it: Choose softer, stretchier yarn over stiffer yarn for egg patterns

Mistake it fixes: Using stiff yarn that is hard to work

Why it works: Soft, stretchy yarn conforms easily, giving better egg shapes with less effort.

When it matters most: Fly tying, yarn

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