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  Tips for Hackling Dry Flies

  In this and the following two tips, we share ideas about using dry fly hackle. Why spend so much time talking about hackling dry flies? The truth is ...

  On August 21, 2019 / By Seth Fields
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  6 Tricks for Tying Better Nymphs

  They were on the Yellowstone River catching trout, but our authors found time to write yet another great article featuring their favorite fly tying tips. This time they ...

  On January 10, 2019 / By Seth Fields
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  Different Kinds of Hackle

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  On November 29, 2017 / By Seth Fields
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  Hen Hackle 101

  It’s time we give the ladies their due—the lady chickens, that is. Hen hackle is one of our favorite fly-tying materials. Learn the right way to use this ...

  On October 25, 2017 / By Fly Tyer
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  High & Dry Synthetic Wings

  Use these tricks to tie great-looking and durable wings on your floating flies. [by Dennis Potter] ...

  On September 20, 2017 / By Fly Tyer
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  Making Catskill-Style Wings: The Light Cahill

  Light Cahill Hook: Tiemco TMC100BL or a similar dry fly hook, size 16. Thread: Tan 8/0 (70 denier). Tail: Light ginger or cream coq de Leon or spade ...

  On July 18, 2017 / By Fly Tyer