I am looking for information about 2 different patterns. I am having a hard time tying deceivers using saddle hackles. The stems are real weak and the feathers don't look right on the fly. Is there any special tricks in tying deceivers? Also I am looking for instructions for tying flies using the Hi-Tie method using Enrico Fiber, or Near hair. Are there any sites that offer Fly Patterns without haveing to use a credit card?
Thanks..
Rick
Hi Rick...
I usually use 4 to 6 saddles to tie deceivers. An equal amount placed so that they curve towards each other. Try stripping the fibers from the portion that won't be used. An alternative for a bulkier fly is to use schlappen hackle.
My ignorance will show here...but I'm not sure of the Hi-Tie method. When I tie Enrico's flies I tie a bit on the top of the hook shank, then a bit on the bottom...back to the top...etc. The trick is SPARSE. When you're done...comb it out and trim it to shape...color with a marker if so desired.
Hope that helps...keep tyin'...byard --
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