The Benefits Of Fly
Tying
Fly tying your own flies for fly fishing is not only an
inexpensive way of keeping your fly box full but is an art and
pleasure in itself. Fly tying, as in other forms of art there
are basic principles to be learnt, then it is all a matter of
practice.
Many fishermen and fisher women begin by tying a few simple
flies for their own use and continue to practice the art for
all their fishing life. Others become fly tying addicts. These
are the fellows of the craft who, year by year, become more and
more interested in fly tying, both for its capability and
satisfaction in catching fish and as an art form in its own
right.
Some become master craftsmen using new and traditional
materials and whose work is appreciated and enjoyed by all fly
fishermen.
Fly
Tying Tools
Using the best quality fly tying tools will not only make tying
flies easier but will naturally progress to a better fly. The
best artificial fly tiers are known for attention to detail and
are consequently choosy about the tools they use, including
materials and hooks.
You can usually see from a fly tier's tools and tell about the
kind of pride they take in their craft and the quest for
realistic fly tying.
Quality fishing fly tying comes from a well organized fly tying
bench equipped with the right tools and materials.
Many fishermen have the space to tie flies in a dedicated work
place that remains set up and ready to go. This can be a small
spare room or an addition to a workshop, make sure you have
good lighting and a comfortable chair. Failing this you can
always opt for a fly tying desk that can be closed up when not
in use.
Fly
tying materials
For Fly tying materials and their uses, you can find all you
need at Yeager's flies.
Don't discount using readily available materials that you can
find around your home, one of the best nymphs I ever tied was
using fur from a friend's cat. Use other items such as foam
packing for floating bodies, dryer lint for dubbing, synthetic
furs, pet fur, wool, and your local craft shop for beads
tinsels and various treads.
Fly
tying patterns
Fly patterns and How to tie fishing flies, includes all the
classics, dry fly, wet fly, streamers and nymph, trout flies,
and bass flies.
Fly tying kits
A selection of tying kits for both the beginner and experienced
fly fisherman.
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