HFF in Focus
David Spencer is the President of Hastings Fly Fishers Club, an inclusive group of people who share a passion for fly fishing, our beautiful waterways, and our community.[...] Read More » “HFF in Focus”
Julian Tapping 's Posts
Sparkle Chenille Bugger
The Sparkle Chenille Bugger fly is a captivating variant of the classic woolly bugger, renowned for its irresistible allure to fish.
Tied on a size 12 hook and adorned with vibrant red bead chain eyes, this fly exudes an air of liveliness in the water.[...] Read More » “Sparkle Chenille Bugger”
The Dirty Rat
The Dirty Rat, featured in the Federation of Fly Fisher’s Pattern Encyclopaedia by Bob Lay of Montana, is a testament to simplicity and effectiveness in fly tying. This pattern, known for its unassuming appearance yet remarkable performance, has earned its place as a reliable choice for anglers year-round.[...] Read More » “The Dirty Rat”
Trev’s Bead Head
Trev’s Bead Head is a fly fishing pattern that has gained widespread local acclaim, owing much of its success to the ingenuity of Trevor Ward, a seasoned angler and esteemed member of the Hunter Valley Fly Fishing Club.[...] Read More » “Trev’s Bead Head”
Fly Tying ASMR
Looking for some relaxing fly tying? I stumbled across this channel during my wanderings across YouTube.
SheTiesFlies combines the serene sensations of ASMR1 with the detailed artistry of fly tying.[...] Read More » “Fly Tying ASMR”
Fed’s Extended Bass Fly
Fed’s Extended Body Bass Fly, another creation by the Club’s fly tying guru Paul Fedeles, showcases an innovative approach to fly tying, incorporating the extended body technique popularised by Steve Garza of flytyingtex.com[...] Read More » “Fed’s Extended Bass Fly”
Royal Grey Ugly
The big brother to the Griffith’s Gnat and Renegade fly patterns, the Grey Ugly would be more aptly named “The Sure Thing” or “Silver Bullet” when fish are feeding on large Chironomids or Mosquito![...] Read More » “Royal Grey Ugly”
Anti-Static-Apps Variant
The Apps Bloodworm is a highly potent fly for stillwater and reservoir fishing, crafted and refined by Peter Appleby, a renowned competition angler. This versatile fly excels when used in two main ways: firstly, as a ‘lure’ on an intermediate line, allowing for varied retrieval speeds; secondly, as a point fly in conjunction with a team of buzzers or nymphs above, ideally paired with a floating line.[...] Read More » “Anti-Static-Apps Variant”
Using Large Feathers on Small Soft Hackles
Detailed instructions on how to use large feathers on small soft hackles.
A clever technique for utilising oversized feathers on small soft tackle flies involves isolating the feather’s tip to create a triangular tie-in anchor.[...] Read More » “Using Large Feathers on Small Soft Hackles”
Fed’s Top Shelf Hopper Variant
Fed’s “Top Shelf” Hopper is a variant of a fly I found on the Drew Ross’s LooknFishy YouTube channel.