Knot of the Month – Quick Dropper Knot
From the July 2014 Newsletter This knot is very easy to tie, and can be constructed in a matter of a few seconds. It is still fairly strong, retaining about 90% of line strength. As an alternative to the traditional Dropper Loop, which requires several wraps, this is useful when there is a fly already […]
Fly of the Month – Veevus Serendipity
From the July 2014 Newsletter Fly, Notes and Photo by Tim Barker Used by Permission Hook: TroutLegend N/D Hook, #14-16 Thread: Tiemco 16/0, Black Rib: Ultra Wire, Fluorescent Yellow, Small Abdomen: Veevus IRIS Thread, Olive – Coat with Hard As Hull Wing: White Z-Lon These types of Serendipities are just plain deadly. I would wager […]
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Fly of the Month – Morrish Hopper
From the May/June 2014 Newsletter Fly, Notes and Photo by Eric Paramore Used by Permission Hook: Size 6-12, 2XL long curved shank hopper or nymph hooks Thread: Light colored 8/0 or 10/0 thread, such as Veevus brand. Body: 5mm thick two-tone foam, cut in teardrop shape (or glue two colors of 2.5mm thick foam together). Post: […]
Knot of the Month – Homer’s Knot (Tippet to Fly)
From the May/June 2014 Newsletter The Homer’s knot is named for one of the godfathers of sportfishing, Homer Circle. It has been attributed to Lefty Kreh who evolved it during a series of tests to create a strong loop knot. It was then incorporated into the book “Practical Fishing Knots” which Lefty co-authored with Mark Sosin. […]
Fly of the Month – Bat Wing Baetis Emerger
Fly, Notes and Photo by Tim Barker Used by Permission From April 2014 Newsletter Thread: Gordon Griffith’s 14/0, Gray or Olive, Tiemco 16/0 Gray Hook: TMC 2487 or Daiichi 1130, #16-#20 Tail: Dun Hen Hackle Barbs Abdomen: BWO or Olive Goose Biot ( I use Stalcup’s)…it may be tied fringed or flat Wing: Fluffy, butt […]
Fly of the Month – Greg’s Incredible Egg
Fly, Notes and Photo by Greg Thomas Used by Permission From March 2014 newsletter Hook: Scud Hook, size 16 Thread: Orange Body: Orange yarn As amazing as it sounds, we’re on the cusp of quality trout fishing in the Rockies. Which brings me to this question: What is your favorite spring setup? I’ll explain mine […]
Knot of the Month – Palomar Knot (Tippet to Fly)
From March 2014 newsletter The Palomar knot is not as widely used as the Improved Clinch Knot, but has some advantages for tying a fly to tippet that might make you a convert. Pros: Relatively easy to tie; Typically 90% of line strength Cons: Requires leader to pass through the eye twice; Uses a larger amount of […]