by Jaap Kalkman | Jun 22, 2021 | Fishing Articles, Fly Tying
How to Use Nutria for Fly Tying; it is a natural material that is readily available. It takes dyes well and has some properties that make this an interesting fur for fly tying. Nutria hair is stiff, yet flexible. These properties make it a good material for wings in...
by Jaap Kalkman | Jun 22, 2021 | Fishing Articles
Dry flies for trout lay at the heart of fly fishing. Dry fly designs for trout go back for centuries. For many of us fly fishing itself has a strong connection to fishing for trout in smaller streams, with a dry fly. Famous rivers like the Itchen and the Test in...
by Jaap Kalkman | Apr 30, 2021 | Fishing Articles, Fly Tying
Types of Tubes; The building of a house starts with a good foundation. The same applies to tying flies. The final outcome much depends on the right hook, tube or shank. There needs to be a good balance, a cosmetically pleasing look and good functionality. Too often...
by Jaap Kalkman | Apr 30, 2021 | Fly Tying, Fishing Articles
Shanks Foundations; The building of a house starts with a good foundation. The same applies to tying flies. The final outcome much depends on the right hook, tube or shank. There needs to be a good balance, a cosmetically pleasing look and good functionality. Too...
by Jaap Kalkman | Apr 10, 2021 | Fishing Articles, Fly Fishing Gear, Fly Tying
All About Hooks; The building of a house starts with a good foundation. The same applies to tying flies. The final outcome much depends on the right hook, tube or shank. There needs to be a good balance, a cosmetically pleasing look and good functionality. Too often...
