Fly Tying

Today, we jump right into the step x step of how you can easily get started tying wet flies.  The videos that follow will walk you through the basics of tying a wet fly. In the last Module 3, you should have worked through the basics of tying your first nymph fly pattern.  Click here if you missed Module 3. You...

Steve Smith, founder of Smitty's Fly Box, joins us today to share the story of how they created one of the best fly-tying box in the world!

I just got off the lake yesterday and the mohair leech proved to be a successful pattern.  I show you how to tie a beadhead burgundy mohair leech in today's fly tying video.   Click here to watch the mohair leech video:     Here are the materials needed for the Mohair Leech: Hook:  Daiichi  1710 Size #6 Tail:  Burgundy marabou Body:  Mohair dubbing and Woolly bugger saddle hackle Rib:  Medium Ultra...

In todays video I show you how to tie a Black Zebra Midge.  This was noted by Gary Borger as one of the great flies and his goto in episode 45 of the Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast. Give us a call - (971) 220-1093 Send an email - dave@wetflyswing.com   Click here to watch the Zebra Midge Video:   The Zebra Midge Material List Thread: ...

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/18 I talked to Hal Gordon, the chair of the NW Fly Tyer and Fly Fishing Expo.  He talks about the history of the show and how it has grown into the larges tying event in the western United States. Hal shares some great fly tying tips, talks about the history of Atlantic Salmon flies and sheds light and where to find and get good deals on fly tying materials.

Get ready to journey into the enthralling world of fly-tying as we bring you an episode packed with expert insights and personal anecdotes that will surely refine your fly-tying skills and deepen your appreciation for this remarkable sport. Join us as our esteemed guest, Allen, takes us down memory lane, recounting his first encounter with fly fishing, his evolution in the sport, and his unique connection to the legendary Dave Whitlock. Hear about his upcoming teaching stint at the Texas and Virginia fly fishing festivals and his recent endeavors fishing for diverse species from striped bass to smallmouth bass.

Lily Renzetti is here to tell you the entire Renzetti fly tying vise story and how they've been setting the standard for the past 50 years. We learn how it all began with an idea to make fly tying easier. We also look at some of their current ambassadors as well as some of the big names who are...

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/mad The Founder of Fly Tyers Dungeon sat down to tell his story and the story of his company which produces unique fly tying materials in Montana. Find out how to get some unique materials at a great discount in this one.  We get into how he produces his material and how you can get custom made materials if you just reach out and ask.

I show you how to tie the flash fly in todays fly tying tutorial video.  The flash fly is a great summer or winter steelhead pattern.  I tie it sparse and in the traditional steelhead hair wing style. Take a look below at the video and the fly tying recipe.  It is almost entirely flashabou and super easy to tie. Click...

I've been getting a few questions from some on how to setup and post your #flytyingchallenge30 fly tying photos on Instagram.  If you haven't seen the challenge you can click here to check it out. I've really enjoyed connecting with everyone and we are only getting started.  I've been posting a new video everyday as well as my own little...