Fly Tying

Of all the different feathers used by fly tiers, the marabou feather has to be one of the most unique and useful materials to ever grace a hook.

While every fly tier has their own preference as to what is the better material (natural fibers or synthetic fibers), it is prudent to look at the special qualities each of these groups has to offer.

How a fly moves and sinks in the water column is one of the most important factors in enticing a fish into striking. Some fish will move less than a few inches from their respected feeding zones, so getting flies down and keeping them at the appropriate depth is of the utmost importance.

Whip finishing is a basic fly-tying skill that, once learned, you'll use on each and every fly pattern you tie. Learning to do it right is essential for creating durable flies that last longer than a few casts.

There's no disputing it — yarn egg flies are some of the most inexpensive and easiest fly fishing flies to ever come out of a vice. But, just because these flies require little effort to tie doesn't mean that they are not worth your time. Yarn eggs are an extremely productive fly for catching just about any type of trout or salmon that swims.