Fishing alone can deplete my pattern supply in a predictable time frame. When two non fly tyers accompany me, My patterns can, and do disappear at light speed. I have been doing a lot of nymph/attractor tying the past month.
I awoke this morning at 4:00 AM, fully intending on knocking out some light Sexy Walts, and Surveyor Nymphs. If ambitious, maybe a few Guides Choice Soft-Hackles.
I sat down at my desk and was contemplating what hook, and what size I would start with. I realized I was absolutely sick of tying nymphs. I settled on on a size 16 Firehole hook, model 315. As per usual with Firehole the hook is closer to a size 12 or 10 when compared to other brands.
The first two attempts at the Yellow fly left me embarrassed at myself. The third attempt made me smile a bit. I will always need more practice to tie soft hackles. Tying them always puts my life in perspective.
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Love the body technique!!