Muddlers Made Easy
Most tying problems stem from two things: Failure to properly plan the fly, and not knowing how to work with deer hair. Both of these are easy to remedy.[...] Read More » “Muddlers Made Easy”
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Dumbbell Eyes Test
This video tests the location of dumbbell eyes tied on flies. I test under and over the hook shank with several conditions including a water test. This video might help beginning fly tiers understand the effect dumbbell eyes have on a fly depending on tie in location.[...] Read More » “Dumbbell Eyes Test”
Tying Wings
The “Pinch Tie In” is one of the basic techniques used in fly tying. It allows for the fly tier to control the material and place controlled thread wraps onto that material.[...] Read More » “Tying Wings”
Lefty Kreh & Bob Clouser Demonstrate Whip Finishing
This segment is from the DVD 50 Years Behind the Vise – the best introduction to fly tying techniques ever produced. It features world famous fly fishermen Lefty Kreh & Bob Clouser, who have over 60 years combined experience tying flies for fresh and salt water fishing.[...] Read More » “Lefty Kreh & Bob Clouser Demonstrate Whip Finishing”
Hand Whip Finishing
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The Hand Whip Finish is a great technique to master. Once you master the Hand Whip Finish, you will have a deep understanding of how the whip finish knot works.[...] Read More » “Hand Whip Finishing”
Weed Guards, Freshwater
The Freshwater Weed Guard is most commonly used on bass flies and mouse patterns. But it is not only used on freshwater flies, it is often used on redfish spoon flies as well.[...] Read More » “Weed Guards, Freshwater”
Counter Wrapping
Counter Wrapping is a fly tying technique used to lock down delicate materials and accentuate a ribbing material. Counter Wrapping is most often done with a fine wire or small tinsel.[...] Read More » “Counter Wrapping”
Threads
This Fly Tying Video will demonstrate the difference between UNI, UTC and Veevus fly tying threads.
Each brand of fly tying thread will act differently when tied with. Watch the video and learn how they lay on the hook shank![...] Read More » “Threads”
Adding Dumbbell Eyes
Adding Fly Tying Lead Eyes to a streamer and saltwater fly pattern is a common technique used in fly tying. Lead eyes can often be frustrating for many new fly tiers.[...] Read More » “Adding Dumbbell Eyes”
Spinning Deer Hair
Properly spinning and shave-shaping deer hair is one of the most challenging in fly tying, but the fish attracting successes of patterns utilising it make it an imperative to learn “how”.[...] Read More » “Spinning Deer Hair”