Tag: Veniard
Bubble Caddis/Sedge dry fly
An easy but effective little CDC bubble caddis pattern that can be quickly tied in various colours and sizes. Continue reading Bubble Caddis/Sedge dry fly
How to tie IOBO emerger
About IOBO emerger The original IOBO emerger or IOBO Humpy, as it is also known, was designed by Jack Tucker and for years was a somewhat secret pattern, only known to the privileged few. But this tiny non-specific emerger caught … Continue reading How to tie IOBO emerger
How to tie burnt wing sedge
A quick little semi realistic caddis pattern with burnt feather wings, for those of you that like that little extra. One of my subscribers very kindly sent me a set of Renzetti wing burners, something that I haven’t used for … Continue reading How to tie burnt wing sedge
Mayfly spinner – Wally wing
This Wally wing mayfly is a semi-realistic spinner, that is fun to tie for those of you that enjoy this type of pattern. Not only a good looking fly but also a great fishing fly! Don’t be fooled by the … Continue reading Mayfly spinner – Wally wing
Dyret dry fly
The animal or Dyret as its known in its native Norwegian is a relatively new pattern, but one that has been embraced by Scandinavian fly fishers with open arms. It’s inventor Gunnar Bingen from Norway developed this pattern for fishing … Continue reading Dyret dry fly
Tying up Madam XXL
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Christmas tree streamer
The Juletræet as the original is called in Danish or translated, Christmas tree is a popular Danish coastal pattern for sea run browns. The original is from the early 80’s and comes from Danish fly tyer Steen Ulnits. This simple but effective pattern is easy to tie but requires the correct Mylar tubing. Many Mylar’s when the weave is opened, the tinsel will be curled and impossible to get to lie flat, you will need one that is easily opened and all the strands of tinsel are straight. The Christmas tree has a great swimming action and needless to say, … Continue reading Christmas tree streamer
Hotspot pheasant tail nymph
A quick and easy pheasant tail nymph with a UV hot spot attractor wing case. For those cold days grayling fishing. Continue reading Hotspot pheasant tail nymph
Killer Bug
Killer bug classic Grayling pattern from nymph expert and legendary river keeper Frank Sawyer still doesn’t disappoint, but if you follow Sawyer’s tying instruction, the killer or (grayling) bug as it was originally named, could and should only be tied … Continue reading Killer Bug
Sunrise flatwing streamer
A great pattern that creates the illusion of volume while still remaining light and easy to cast. Continue reading Sunrise flatwing streamer
Quill body buzzer
A quick early season midge larvae, that with a little change in colour and size, is a good generic pattern for most buzzers. If you enjoy watching the videos please like, share & subscribe to my YouTube channel .Your help … Continue reading Quill body buzzer
Extended mayfly body pattern
A simple but realistic extended body technique, that will give any mayfly dun or spinner pattern that little extra. If you enjoy watching the videos please like & subscribe to my YouTube channel. Your help and support in keeping the … Continue reading Extended mayfly body pattern
Gammarus Jelly bean scud
The Willy Wonker of Gammarus patterns. A great looking scud pattern that is not only extremely easy to tie, but also a deadly pattern for both fresh and salt water. Gammarus Jelly bean scud pattern Hook: Mustad C49S # 6-14 … Continue reading Gammarus Jelly bean scud
Foam mayfly emerger
A simple emerger for those larger mayflies that will float all day long! Buy MUSTAD signature hooks on AMAZON:Buy VENIARD product on AMAZON:Fly tying tools and materials shop TRIDENT:Buy SIMMS fishing products:EPIC water filters Very useful thing when fishing:Trouts fly … Continue reading Foam mayfly emerger
CDC and Elk hair caddis/sedge dry fly
Don’t let this quick and simple pattern deceive you, this is a great pattern that should have a place in every fly box. CDC and Elk hair caddis/sedge pattern recipe How to tie CDC and Elk hair caddis/sedge Continue reading CDC and Elk hair caddis/sedge dry fly
How to tie Mixed wing Comparadun
This is a simple mixed wing comparadun that has a really nice effect. With a turkey biot body and a little UV sparkle mixed with the CDC and lemon wood duck in the wing. Hook: Mustad R30 # 12 Thread: … Continue reading How to tie Mixed wing Comparadun
Carpenter ant – Hot glue flying Mutant
This is a variant on one of my early melt glue patterns for a large flying Carpenter ant. A quick and very realistic pattern that is easy to master. Hook: Ahrex FW511 # 12 Thread: Black Body: Black hot glue … Continue reading Carpenter ant – Hot glue flying Mutant
Choosing and prepping buck tail
A little tutorial for choosing and prepping buck tails for best results. This short video will show you how to get the most out of your buck tail, and choose the right hair from the right place for the right … Continue reading Choosing and prepping buck tail
Stripping peacock quills
This simple technique shows you how to chemically strip peacock eye tops using just a few household items. One of the jobs that was essential for earlier fly tyers when stripped quills where not available. Always good to know! Continue reading Stripping peacock quills
Kinermony Killer variant salmon fly
Kinermony Killer variant Hair wing salmon flies have their roots firmly planted in North American salmon rivers, slowly but surely after their introduction into Europe, have fully dressed salmon flies with built wings of feathers nearly disappeared from the salmon … Continue reading Kinermony Killer variant salmon fly
Fan wing March Brown
This is an interesting pattern only using the classic combination of partridge and hares ear for this dry fan wing March brown mayfly. Hook: Mustad R30 # 10Thread: BrownTail: Partridge tail feather fibersBody: Hares ear dubbing & fine silver tinselWings: … Continue reading Fan wing March Brown
Wally wing quill emerger
A nice looking quill bodied mayfly emerger that uses the Wally wings as the parachute post. These high placed wings are said to induce a sense of urgency in the trout, as the fly is about to take off. Wally … Continue reading Wally wing quill emerger
Troutsman Hex dry fly
A variant of a large American Hex mayfly pattern that has a couple of unusual techniques that can be easily adapted for tying Danica and Vulgate patterns. Large American Hex mayfly pattern Hook: Mustad R43 # 8Thread: DyneemaTail: Pheasant tailBody: … Continue reading Troutsman Hex dry fly
Moose quill midge larvae
An easy but extremely effective midge larvae that works well in both still and running water. With a nice moose quill segmented body effect. Moose quill midge larvae pattern Hook: Mustad C53S # 14-20Thread: GreyBody: Three moose mane hairsThorax: Peacock … Continue reading Moose quill midge larvae
Marabou Muddler streamer
A yellow marabou muddler with a Tungsten cone head for those aggressive autumn trout. Marabou Muddler pattern recipe Hook: Mustad R75 #6 Thread: Dyneema Tail: Red hackle fibres Body: Gold body braid Wing: Yellow marabou Topping: Peacock herl Collar: Deer … Continue reading Marabou Muddler streamer
Treacle Parkin dry fly
One of the great North country classics for trout and grayling. This little gem, named after the sticky ginger bread cake associated with the same area of Northern England can be fished both wet & dry. Hook: Ahrex: FW511 # … Continue reading Treacle Parkin dry fly
Tying Ted’s stonefly nymph
Although similar to a Montana nymph, Teds stone fly will work when the Montana won’t! This cracking still water pattern is an easy tie, even for the beginner. Hook: Mustad R73 # 6Thread: BlackTail: Brown goose biotsBody: Brown olive chenilleThorax: … Continue reading Tying Ted’s stonefly nymph
Hornberg fly
The Hornberg is an all-purpose favourite, both as a dry fly and streamer, especially highly regarded in New England states, where a number of variants have evolved. Hornberg fly pattern recipe Hook: Mustad R43 # 6-10Thread: BlackBody: Flat silver tinselWing: … Continue reading Hornberg fly
Tying a super pupa and a variant
One of the classic Scandinavian caddis patterns from Lennart Bergquist. Here I tie the original and the more modern winged variant, both killer patterns for most of the season. Super pupa pattern recipe Hook: Mustad R30 # 12 Thread: Grey … Continue reading Tying a super pupa and a variant
How to tie House & Lot…
Another classic dry fly with calf tail wings and tail and a mixed body of stripped quill and peacock herl. It was also US president Eisenhowers go to pattern for trout fishing. Hook: Ahrex FW501 # 12 Thread: Sheer 14/0 … Continue reading How to tie House & Lot…
Comparadun wing – how to tie tutorial
A little tutorial on how to choose the right deer hair and tie a comparadun wing. Hook: Mustad R30 #12Tying thread: DyneemaWing: Natural deer hairTail: Elk hairBody: SuperFine dubbing If you enjoy watching the videos please subscribe to my YouTube … Continue reading Comparadun wing – how to tie tutorial
Rusty owl variant emerger
This quick little rusty owl variant is a great still water pattern, fished static during evening midge hatches. Rusty owl variant emerger recipe Hook: Mustad R43 # 14 Body: Macaw biot Wing: CDC Thorax: Rusty brown red fox dubbing How … Continue reading Rusty owl variant emerger
Pheasant tail X-Caddis/Sedge
This is a variant of the original John Juracek’s & Craig Mathews pattern of a little egg laying caddis. In smaller sizes it also works well when midge fishing. Pheasant tail X-Caddis/Sedge pattern recipe How to tie Pheasant tail X-Caddis/Sedge Continue reading Pheasant tail X-Caddis/Sedge
Grey Wulff fly
One of the classics. A # 14 grey Wulff and a tying technique that is well worth mastering. A generic pattern for many mayflies. The Wulff series of flies give a perfect mayfly foot print when seen from the trout … Continue reading Grey Wulff fly
How to tie The fluttering caddis/sedge
This quick CDC and deer hair variant of the original, will float all day long and then some! A nice Petitjean body technique with a single CDC hackle that makes a good looking segmented abdomen. Hook: Mustad C53 # 8-14Body: … Continue reading How to tie The fluttering caddis/sedge
Sulphur no hackle dun pattern
A simple yet effective little no hackle yellow mayfly pattern that sits beautifully in the surface. Hook: Mustad R30 # 12-14Tail: Coq de LeonBody: Yellow turkey biotThorax: Yellow super spike dubbingWing: Deer hair & CDC Continue reading Sulphur no hackle dun pattern
How to skin Deer mask for fly tying
Like a hares mask, the deer mask offers an abundance of material for the fly tyer. In this tutorial I show how to skin and prep a European roe deer mask. If you don’t hunt yourself, you may know a … Continue reading How to skin Deer mask for fly tying
Cripple green drake pattern
Often may flies become trapped in their shucks during the hatching process and become easy pickings for feeding trout. This pattern effectively imitates the struggling mayfly and can be deadly during hatches. Cripple green drake fly pattern recipe How to … Continue reading Cripple green drake pattern
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