Umpqua Feather Merchants: Umpqua Signature Tyer Garrison Doctor created this super detailed, super heavy stonefly nymph. You may have seen this material on some saltwater crabs patterns but this material is great in freshwater as well! This unique material usage on the Flexy Stone creates a realistic profile with great wing case definition, differentiating it […]
With “Deer Hair Flytying Masterclass” Barry Ord Clarke has written what can easily be considered as the ultimate book on fly tying with deer hair. Even though many books on fly tying usually have sections on tying with deer hair, there are very few publications that deal specifically with this subject. In 1994 […]
Alan Penner gives a fly tying tutorial on the Marabou Tube Fly. Loop demonstrates a personalised approach to crafting this effective Pacific Northwest winter steelhead fly. The process focuses on precise thread management and layering techniques using materials like Arctic fox, spay marabou, and grizzly saddle hackle to create a durable, appealing presentation […]
Deer hair fly-tying does not have to be difficult. Barry makes it effortless. Merlin Unwin Books Ltd is publishing Barry Ord Clarke’s new book on the 17th of September. “Deer Hair Flytying Masterclass” covers deer hair as a material in-depth, explains tying techniques, the tools and materials, and presents 44 patterns with detailed step-by-step photography. Master […]
Loon Outdoors: In this fly tying tutorial, we walk you through how to tie the Hardwired Caddis: A simple, durable pattern designed to get down quickly and stand up to plenty of fish. Built with a wire body, peacock herl collar, and Flashabou wing case, this pattern is fast to tie and easy to customise […]
Smallmouth bass and baitfish imitations just work every time and if you need a fly pattern that can really attract the attention of even the most sceptical bass, this is a perfect fly to bring. Brian Schumaker from Susquehanna River Guides demonstrates his absolute favourite pattern, the Triple Shimmering Minnow – and in a colour […]
Deer hair and a Ring neck pheasant church window feather is all that is needed to make this excellent caddis pattern. Hook: Mustad Heritage r43 AP # Tying thread: Nano silk 6/0 Wing: Cock pheasant church window feather Body: Natural late season deer hair Hackle: Fine tipped barred natural deer hair
Loon Outdoors: The WD-40 has earned a permanent place in many trout anglers’ fly boxes, and this variation combines elements of Mark Engler’s original pattern with techniques borrowed from the Brassie. In this fly tying tutorial, Dominic from Loon Outdoors walks through a simple, durable pattern featuring a fully-wired body, wood duck wing case, glass […]
When chasing seatrout – either by the coastal line or in the rivers and streams, streamers imitating small baitfish is often the key to success. Our very own Steve Silverio has designed this beautiful yet effective pattern that combines the traditional Scandinavian wet fly tradition for seatrout fishing in running waters and the colour scheme […]
A peeping cased caddis larva tied with spun deer hair. The house building caddis larvae are always available and an important food stuff for trout in both still and running water. This is one of those patterns that can be fished all year round, and tied in a variety of sizes weights and colours. […]
