Fly-Tying

From Phil Rowley's Fly Tying Column In recent years European nymphing techniques have become dominant across North America. Not only the method itself but also the unique patterns fly fishers tie and use such as Spanish style nymphs. Spanish nymphs are small, thin and hard bodied. Designed to succeed in...

I am continuously amazed by how many tyers continue to design and develop a seemingly endless stream of new and...

At first glance, chironomid pupae appear simple to imitate. If you follow some basic principles, match the size of the...

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A flymph is a unique but deadly blend of wingless wet fly and nymph. Flymphs are nothing new. They are...

Spey flies feature long, flowing hackles, slender lines and, on occasion, a beautiful, streamlined, bronze mallard wing. For the most...

The Chuck nymph, designer Chuck Furimsky’s wordplay on the Czech nymph, is a unique pattern utilizing leather Bugskin. Prior to...

All about and how to tie the Eyes n' Tubes Bone Collector

The willingness of smallmouth and largemouth bass to crush surface patterns with unbridled aggression attracts many anglers, including an increasing...