Fly tiers today have a vast assortment of materials available to them, including hooks of almost every style and design imaginable. One of those variations is the wide gap hook, sometimes called a wide “gape” hook. The fact that it’s called wide means that there must be a standard gap. But what exactly is a […]
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At this juncture, the merits of Walt’s Worm are no longer classified information. As a matter of fact, knowledge of the effectiveness of this simple and humble fly pattern from Pennsylvania has extended far beyond my home state’s borders. A quick Google search to purchase this pattern online will bring the internet shopper to stores
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The Green-Assed Walts, GAW for short, is an exceptionally easy peeking caddis fly pattern to tie and fish. This article lists step by step instructions for tying this deadly fly.
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With so many colors and brands of beads available to fly tiers today, it can be hard to determine which ones you should be using and when. This article helps demystify the process by providing insights into why certain beads work and when.
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Perdigons are some of the most effective Euro nymphs you can use. Tying your black Perdigons on Czech nymph and caddis hooks makes them downright deadly.
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Euro nymphs are deadly patterns that can used with a standard Euronymphing rig or dead-drifted under an indicator. This article discusses various types of Euro nymphs and why they are so effective.
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The Hare and Copper Variant is a Euro nymph that catches trout everywhere, which is why it is one of our confidence flies. This article explains how to tie this effective pattern.
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The Baetis Emerger Cripple is a deadly pattern for fishing during any Baetis hatch, but especially during those when trout are keying on the emerger stage. Here’s how to tie it and tips for catching more trout with it.
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I discovered this archaic pattern in the book Simple Flies by Morgan Lyle. The story goes that Frank Sawyer, the same guy that developed the venerable Pheasant Tail Nymph, created this fly, too. Mr. Sawyer was the caretaker, or River Keeper as they are known in the United Kingdom, of the River Avon. One of
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Although synthetic materials have certainly grown in popularity in recent years, some of the best materials for tying flies are and always will be natural feathers and fur. Pheasant tails are a prime example. Not only is this the primary ingredient for its namesake, the Pheasant Tail Nymph, but it’s a major component of countless
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