One of the most popular patterns in the UK in recent years. When using marabou, the key to getting it right, is to get as much animation in the pattern as possible, it helps using the right marabou in combination … Continue reading How to tie the blue flash damsel
A damsel nymph tied in the Montana nymph style. A great pattern, especially for still waters and as a stalking bug. Tie it in your favorite colours and the more weight you add at the head the more aggressive the … Continue reading How to tie Montana Damsel nymph
It’s soon that time of year again! This adult blue damsel is a semi realistic but easy pattern to tie. If you are on the water and the fish are taking them they can be extremely selective, so having a … Continue reading Adult blue damsel dry fly
A quick and simple adult damsel with an extended body maid from braided backing line. A pattern that works wonders during the summer months on lakes with prolific damsel hatches. Buy MUSTAD signature hooks on AMAZON:Buy VENIARD product on AMAZON:Fly … Continue reading How to tie Braided backing adult damsel
A real quick & easy tie for a super effective attractor pattern. It also includes a couple of good to know techniques that can be carried over to other patterns. Buy MUSTAD signature hooks on AMAZON:Buy VENIARD product on AMAZON:Fly … Continue reading Tying the Yellow Damsel fly
This extremely animated nymph is excellent when stalking larger trout or even used as an attractor or searching pattern when nothing is going on in the surface. Hook: Mustad C67S # 8-10 Tying thread: Sheer 14/0 Olive Tail: Fine olive … Continue reading Damsel stalking bug
One of my most simple patterns. A semi realistic but quick tie for a perfect adult blue damsel that works extremely well when they are on the water. Hook: Mustad R30 # 12 Tying thread: Black 6/0 Body: Blue dyed … Continue reading How to tie Adult Blue Damsel
An up-side down still water / lake damsel nymph with a weighted abdomen fishes really well with an irresistible swimming action, especially when things are slow. Thanks for watching and please remember to subscribe to the feather benders You Tube channel, your help and support in keeping the channel going is greatly appreciated: Continue reading How to tie Damsel nymph