Fly Tying Basics

Note: Much of the information presented here comes from Derek Porter of derekspace.net. Derek has produced one of the most straight forward and instructionally cool fly tying websites in existence. Thanks to Derek for his hard work and knowledge.

While much of this is intended for the beginner or intermediate, you hard cores may pick up a tidbit or two as well.

Starting Thread Lead Wire Stack Hair Fly Proportion Lead Eyes Hackle Preparation Whip Finishing Weighting Flies Hackle Barb Prep Hair Selection Hackle Selection Dubbing Prep Tools

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