The Caddis Larva is one of those patterns that should be in every trout box because it works in waters across the country. Whether you’re tying to imitate a green rock worm or some. . .
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Video: How to Tie the Parachute Purple Haze
A Purple Haze tied by its originator, Andy Carlson
If the spring-like temperatures across much of the West continue, we can probably expect to see some early mayfly action in the next few weeks. I had great luck with the Purple Haze on. . .
Read MoreVideo: How to Tie the Infamous Pink Worm
When I got the email from Joan Flagler of Tightline Productions pointing me to this week’s video, I responded, “Tim’s just trying to piss people off now, isn’t he?” Of course, I was kidding, but I. . .
Read MoreVideo: How to Tie the Missing Link Dry Fly
Bob Reece is a junior-high science teacher from Cheyenne, Wyoming, who spends his summer guiding for North Park Anglers in Walden, Colorado. He also works with the Cheyenne. . .
Read MoreVideo: How to Tie the Ray Charles Sowbug
The Ray Charles Sowbug has been around for at least a couple decades and is a staple on Western tailwaters, especially the Bighorn and the Missouri. There are tons of variations of. . .
Read MoreTuesday Tip: How to Use a Whip-Finisher to Cut Thread
I’ve been bugging Tim Flagler of Tightline Productions to make this video ever since I saw his super-cool method for cutting thread in one of his killer tying videos. If you’re a regular viewer. . .
Read MoreVideo: How to Tie Reece’s Hot Amber Caddis Nymph
Bob Reece is a junior-high science teacher from Cheyenne, Wyoming, who spends his summer guiding for North Park Anglers in Walden, Colorado. He also works with the Cheyenne branch. . .
Read MoreVideo: How to Tie the Ginny Midge
If you’re going to have to tie tiny flies, like size 24s, it helps if they are simple and easy to create. In this video, Tim Flagler of Tightline Productions walks you through the steps to create. . .
Read MoreVideo: How to Tie the Cable Tie Craw
Crayfish are important items on the menus of big trout, largemouth bass, and smallmouths, and there are lots of patterns out there to imitate these crustaceans. By now, fans of. . .
Read MoreVideo: How to Tie the Hippie Chick Midge
The Hippie Chick is one groovy pattern, featuring a bright, multicolor body that attracts trout. According to Tim Flagler of Tightline Productions, the fly has been working great for. . .
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