A family-oriented fly-fishing club covering the Port Macquarie Hastings region, NSW.
Scuds are one of the most important and reliable food sources for trout in both stillwaters and rivers. They’re abundant, protein-rich, and available year-round, making them a must-have in any angler’s fly box.[...] Read More » “Fed’s Soft Hackle Scud Variant”
If you’re after a nymph with strong movement and contrast, Fed’s Orange Bead Head Soft Hackle is a great choice. It combines classic materials with a bright fluoro bead, offering several triggers that appeal to fish feeding subsurface.[...] Read More » “Fed’s Orange Bead Head Soft Hackle”
Isonychia is a genus of brushlegged mayflies in the family Isonychiidae, the sole genus of the family. Commonly known as Iso’s, Slate Drakes, Mahogany Duns, or Leadwing Coachmen, are a staple in the fly fisher’s repertoire.[...] Read More » “Fed’s Isonychia Soft Hackle Variant”
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 » “Wood Duck Marathon”
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 » “Soft Hackle Snail Variant”
The Red Tag Soft Hackle Bass Fly, created by Paul Fedeles, is a clever adaptation inspired by Rick Passek’s (the FlyFish Fanatic) Red Butt Carey Special. Fedeles openly admits to borrowing heavily from Passek’s design, jokingly referring to his version as a “plagiarised” fly.[...] Read More » “Red Tag Soft Hackle Bass Fly”
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”
The Hot Spot Soft Hackle fly is a versatile and highly effective pattern in the world of fly fishing. This innovative fly pattern combines elements of traditional soft hackle flies with a modern twist, featuring a brightly coloured “hot spot” near the head of the fly that serves as a trigger point for hungry trout and other freshwater species.[...] Read More » “Hot Spot Soft Hackle”
Soft hackles are underrated.
This pattern was originally tied to be suggestive as a Stillwater Caddis attractor. This version has a green rib used to suggest segmentation, and a Pheasant Tail Soft Hackle.[...] Read More » “Soft Hackle Caddis Pupa”