Pull hackle back to about a 45-degree lay-back angle
Pull hackle back to about a 45-degree lay-back angle
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: Pull hackle back to about a 45-degree lay-back angle
How to do it: Sweep hackle back to about a 45-degree angle
Mistake it fixes: Leaving hackle upright
Why it works: Hackle at 45 degrees lies naturally in water.
When it matters most: Fly tying, hackle