i think the original calls for upright and divided wings. Mainly for balance of the fly i would think.
john "[EMAIL PROTECTED]" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > >Hi everyone, > �I was tying up a batch of Catskill flies and wanted to know... in the Light > Cahill pattern, it was my understanding that the mallard-flank wing was split > and figured-8ed. �However, a friend of mine recently showed me his, and the > mallard-flank is tied in a pseudo-parachute/ clump fashion (without splitting > the wing clump, but not wrapped around the base as for a parachute, nor > figure-8ed). �Now I'm sure the trout don't mind much (he's caught #s on it), > but my curiousity has me asking: > >What was the original recipie? and >What benefit might one pose over the other? > >Just curious for your input. �Tight wraps, >Pete > >________________________________________________________________ >Juno Platinum $9.95. Juno SpeedBand $14.95. >Sign up for Juno Today at http://www.juno.com! >Look for special offers at Best Buy stores. >
