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2022
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Stitch-Up Shrimp

This scud pattern uses a simple sewing technique to add the legs that are a common trait for these widespread crustaceans, which are high in the fish menu in both fresh- and saltwater

Winter Brown - Reverse Hackle - Sakasa

This is the Winter Brown as I learned from a Robert Smith Video where the pattern is credited to James Whitaker on a list of his Wharfdale patterns.

Royal Wulff

The Royal Wulff is one of those flies that seems like its just to pretty to work properly. However this fly works great!

RS2

The RS2 is a fly that is so simple yet works so well. Its one of those flies that is in a league of its own and there really isn't much that can replace it for given situations.

Sleekit Streamer

A productive zonker pattern tied with synthetic fur. Easy to tie, easy to cast.

Five more things you don't need in fly tying!

Wait, there are things you DON'T need to tie flies?!? Here are the links mentioned in the video:

Elk Hair Caddis

Elk Hair Caddis are one of those flies that have been around for a long time, yet still are some of the best dry flies you could fish with. They are a classic pattern that just seems to work.

Brúnka

Here we will be tying the fly Brúnka by master fly designer Jón Sigurðsson. This is one of Jón's best flies and totally worth it to keep few in your box.

Dagbjört

Here we will be tying the fly Dagbjört by my mentor in fly fishing and fly casting mr. Jón Sigurðsson.

Brassie

Here we will be tying the fly Brassie, Brass, Brassi, Brazz? The fly is a great option for both stream and lake fishing.

Black Zulu

Here we will be tying the famous wet fly Black Zulu. The Zulu flies are originally from the UK and they are among the very best wet fly patterns ever made in history of fly tying and fly fishing.

Craigie´s Killer Variant

The original Craigie´s Killer was designed by Craig McDonald and utilises a full jig body to get down really deep in the river.

Crazy Charlie

The Crazy Charlie is originally a fly for targeting bonefish - developed on Andros Island in 1977 in the Bahamas by local bonefish guide Charlie Smith and popularized by San Francisco angler Bob Na

GG Muddler

US flytyer Gunnar Brammer's nice little Soft Hackle Muddler is the inspiration behind this Grumpy Grizzly Muddler.

The Life of a Fly

A summer of fly fishing poppers in a smallmouth bass creek.

A talk with Bob Clouser

An interview with Bob Clouser, takling about his new signature hook with Ahrex Hooks, the SA 210. A hour with Bob Clouser, “that fly” and his life and career in fly fishing.

Easy Piecy Pike Fly

Fishing for pike and other predators has gained a large popularity, and we sure understand why - the take of an agressive pike is breathtaking, and the fish often has a decent size.

Dun Parachute

Dutch tyer Jan De Haas ties his version of a Dun Parachute.

Chartreuse ESL shrimp

Hey folks, Made another tutorial ready for you, as I’ve tested the ESL shrimp during Easter vacation. This chartreuse ESL shrimp performed well and caught a few sea trout on it.

Frances Black | Ívar's Fly Workshop

Here we'll be tying the popular salmon fly, Red Frances.

Greenwell’s Glory

The Greenwell's Glory is a very old pattern.

Adams

The Adams Catskill style dry fly is one of the most, if not the most popular dry fly ever created. Just about every freshwater fly shop in America has them for sale.

Bonefish Bahamas

Fly Fishing DIY Success. Another successful trip with GFFI and an awesome group in the books!

The Golden Comet

The Comet is like the flashy twin of the Boss.

Glass Spider

Fly tying and fishing a simple but effective pattern.

The Water’s Violin

A poem about fly-fishing inspired by Bela Bartok

Cutties Crushing Big Dry Flies

Episode 4 - A lighthearted story of a father and son exploring the backcountry in pursuit of cutthroat trout and pure adventure!

Fly Tying Organization

We welcome SPECIAL GUEST Landon Mayer and he shares some of his best tips to stay ORGANIZED when tying flies!

Silky Scud

Alternative to a dubbed Scud or Gammarus pattern, which could also cover small freshwater shrimp. Colour the body to your choice. Sizes 12-16.

Peace to Ukraine

This video is my personal contribution to show solidarity with the nation of Ukraine and the people who have had to flee their country due to Russia's illegal invasion of the country on 24th Februa

Golden Olive Dynamite Harry

The Original Dressing of the Dynamite Harry was tyed by Jorgen Danielsson of Sweden...

Greenwell

This is a fun old school dry fly. For a professional tying of the fly watch this video by Robert Smith https://youtu.be/i63YwtrHOwo

Rewards of Braving the Cold!

Episode 3 Winter Fly Fishing Buffet - We all love fly fishing in the Summer, but for those who don't mind the cold find that Winter has some AMAZING opportunities for the fly fisher.

Killer

Here we will be tying the fly Killer by Þór Nielsen. Mr. Nielsen was and Icelandic angler who designed many great trout patterns trough out his career as an angler.

Black Ghost

Here we will be tying the fly Black Ghost with feather wing. The Black ghost is suppose to imitate sand eel, a small fish that lives in the ocean and is sought after by larger fish.

Is Fly Tying Worth it?

Simple question: Is fly tying worth it?!?

Organzackle

This nymph pattern teaches you how to make a sparkling hackle from organza ribbon – in two different ways even!

ESL Shrimp

I’ve made this little tutorial to share my enthusiasm about this pattern. I was inspired by Kenneth Hejnfelt, a skilled Danish fly tier and friend, who I saw tie this one not long ago.

Baitfish Perdigon

The Perdigon is a very popular euro nymphing fly that is pretty simple to tie and is very effective.

Killer Bug

Here we will be tying the fly Killer Bug by master Fran Sawyer. Frank is probably most know for his patter Pheasant Tail.

Virtual fly tying

During Corona it has become quite common to have social gatherings online - Skype, Zoom, Teams ... you name it. Communal fly tying can be done in the same way

Red Tag Coch-Y-Bonddu (Variant)

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White Maggot

This is a Great Pattern for River Fishing, Hook size 12-14 Thread White & Mono Body Latex Strip White

Spring Olive Emerger

This is a very effective Emerger for Spring Season, Hook size 12 Thread Olive Post Olive Deer Hair Body Dubbing from the same Deer Hair Patch with Holo Ribs

Regan's Mayfly Spinner

A very interesting Mayfly spinner pattern that puts deer hair to good use for both the body and the wing post.

March Brown Nymph

With it being the first day of Spring today, I thought a little March Brown clinger nymph would be appropriate. This is an easy tie that fishes up side down.

CDC Mayfly Dun

An extremely effective Hi-Viz, Hi-floating CDC mayfly dun. This little pattern has a few interesting techniques that help make this a deadly choice on the end of your line during mayfly time.

Sasquatch

The Sasquatch was designed by George Leonard Herter in the late 1960's and was said to be a entirely new type of dry fly!

EP Adams

Detailed instructions for tying an EP Adams dry fly.

Clouser Minnow

Here we will be tying an American classic Minnow called the Clouser Minnow. The fly is a great option for both stream and lake fishing.

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