This month, there won’t be a “Fly of the Month” feature, but rest assured, we’re already looking ahead. Paul “The Fed” Fedeles has informed us that he has a set of eight new flies ready for the coming year! If you have any special requests or ideas for flies you’d like to see, feel free to reach out. Read More »
As we wrap up the year, it’s hard to believe how quickly time has flown by. Our recent Christmas Party was a great success, with some fantastic photos included in this edition.
This year has been a mix of joy and reflection for our club. Read More »
Paul “the Fed” Fedeles shares his love for the Australian Wood Duck, focusing on its feathers, which, he says, are easy to work with and perfect for tying flies. In this video, Paul asks, “Why tie one when you can tie five?” Read More »
The Bulky Buggy Streamer is an effective and versatile fly pattern that is perfect for anglers targeting larger fish. With its simple yet sturdy design, the Bulky Buggy Streamer is built for durability in both fast-moving and still waters, making it a must-have addition to your fly box. Read More »
Hello everyone, and welcome to this combined edition of our Newsletter, covering July, August, and September. If you’ve been keeping track, you may have noticed that this edition spans three months instead of the usual bi-monthly format. Read More »
You may have noticed a theme emerging from Fed’s flies – the use of Poly Yarn as a substitute material in many of his patterns.
Whether it’s for dry flies or streamers, poly yarn has become a go-to for fly tiers looking for versatility and effectiveness in their creations. Read More »
Fed’s Poly Yarn Rubber Leg Stimulator Variant is a modern twist on the classic Stimulator pattern, heavily inspired by Randy Kaufmann’s Rubber Leg Stimulator (In the Riffle). The Stimulator is a widely popular fly, known for its versatility in imitating both stoneflies and grasshoppers, but Kaufmann’s addition of rubber legs takes it to another level. Read More »
The Poly Yarn Hackle Stacker is a dry fly pattern designed for versatility and visibility on the water. Originally created by Dave Allison (of West Tex Bugs YouTube channel), this variation features a white poly yarn post that makes the fly easy to spot, even in low light or turbulent conditions. Read More »
The Soft Hackle Snail Variant is a remarkable fly pattern hailing from Australian Fly Patterns by Peter Coulson, tied expertly by Paul Fedeles. The soft hackle snail variant is specifically designed to imitate the natural movement of snails in the water, making it an excellent choice for fishing in lakes and still waters. Read More »
The “Baby” Red Tailed Dart is Fed’s smaller rendition of Bill Murdich’s original creation, making use of a 3X size 6 hook instead of the larger #2/0. This compact version maintains the vibrant and dynamic qualities that made the original fly so effective, especially when targeting aggressive species such as bass and pike. Read More »