Fly Tying: The Cranberry Larva
Though it was -9C when I got in the truck this morning, I know that we are almost halfway through March and ice-off is not all too far away. Laying eyes on an ice-free interior lake you’ve been dreaming of … Read More
Fly Tying: How to Tie a UV Pregnant Shrimp
Freshwater shrimp, or scuds, are a staple item in a trout’s diet. From the day the ice comes off until the day it goes back on, shrimp are never a bad option to tie on during periods of slow fishing … Read More
Fly Tying: Chironomid Underbody Colours
One of the things that makes a body material great for imitating chironomid pupa is translucency, being able to change the underbody material to give off different effects opens up a world of options. Anti-static bags used to package computer … Read More
Fly Tying: How to Tie EP Fibre Baitfish Patterns
Tying flies in preparation for a quick jaunt down to Tarponville in a few weeks has reminded me how much I love tying with EP Fibre (or “fiber”, for our friends south of the border!). EP fibre, whether tied in … Read More
Fly Tying: Two-Tone Chironomid Ribbings
This morning en route home, I was thinking of the small things about the website that I couldn’t quite seem to get dialed in. Then I started to think about more and more small things, which eventually led me to … Read More
Fly Tying: Twisted Thread Chironomid Ribbing
The pursuit of making flies look better and more realistic is never-ending. The fish probably don’t care nearly as much as we do, but being a perfectionist at times is the only way to keep growing.
Fly Tying: Two-Tone Chironomid Bodies
Tying two-tone chironomid bodies is not a new practice by any means, but it’s one that is a lot easier than it may look at first glance. I’m sure there are many ways to do it, but this is the … Read More
Make Your Flies Indestructable
A very popular topic of messages or emails in the last few weeks has been what glue or resin is the best for coating flies? A lot of this is personal preference, and here is mine.
Fly Tying: Simple Marabou Micro Damsel
Immature damselfly imitations are incredibly effective in early season stillwater fly fishing
Is Commercial Fly Tying Fun?
Before we go any further, I will say that I wouldn’t be writing this article if I didn’t enjoy tying flies. The creative process is very rewarding, and the ability to tweak things until I’m happy with the finished product … Read More