Julian Tapping

Julian Tapping

Furled Leaders

Furled leaders

Furled leaders are created from monofilament fishing line or fly tying thread. This material is wrapped around a jig in a series of interlocking loops, which creates the taper of the leader. Furled leaders aren't too hard to make, you just need the room and materials. So, if you have a little time and like do-it-yourself projects, this on is a easy one and you will benefit from it. The shining and most advantageous factor of furled leaders is found in the castability factor. They simply aid anglers make better and more accurate casts  (tighter loops) – a better energy transfer during a cast. Delicate presentation? Furled leaders will help anglers in that department as well.

Fly Fishing Leaders

Building a tapered leader

Fly Fishing Leaders, their construction and formulae for trout, steelhead and salmon. Having an understanding of leader material and a practised knowledge of reliable fishing knots is as important to the angler as knowing how to cast. The leader and knots are the most fragile link between you and your fish. The correctly designed fly fishing leader transfers energy from the fly line to the fly in a predictable manner. With knowledge of proper knots, a store of the proper materials and a blue print to work from you can build your own fly leaders.

Fly Tying Thread Comparison

This fly tying tutorial compares UTC, UNI, and Veevus threads for beginners. The video demonstrates each thread's texture and application to a hook, highlighting their unique properties. Learn how different thread types impact fly tying techniques and results.

Hendo’s Flea Fly

Hendo's Flea Fly

Hendo’s Flea Fly is a creation of our Club Patron Brian Henderson. Due to this fly being a new creation/interpretation there is only the folklore of fishing to back up the following pattern. It has been said that with this…

Dimensioning Leaders with LeaderCalc

LeaderCalc is an online tool that allows you to calculate the section lengths of your knotted leaders based on a large number of leader formulas including some of the best known and most popular leader designs available. The original version…

Tom Jones Fly

Tom Jones fly

A vintage Aussie pattern; hen rainbows have been known to throw their hotel room keys on stage when seen. A few changes to the original due to materials on hand - possum for black squirrel and rabbit for kangaroo in the wing.

Sugar Cube Emerger

Sugar lump emerger

The Sugar Cube Emerger, or suspender buzzer, is a fairly easy fly to tie using only a few materials but it’s very effective, especially on still water trout. Materials Hook: Light weight curved hook like a Kamazan B100 or Tiemco…