Very good instructional video. I am amazed how many fly shops in Colorado don't know what a soft hackle is. They look at you like a deer caught in the headlights. I ran out on a recent trip so I decided to learn to tie them myself. Thanks for the help.
Sir i quiet tying for a while I came back again and watched alot of people make these things my Opinion u make the best flys i have seen they look real not that pic look i never in my life have saw a painted pic look fly
The things you teach on here are very helpful. Even if you tie for a different area. The things that I learn from you are very valuable in about any area in the US. For that I am thankful for this youtube and for people like you whom are willing to share their knowledge. For that I want to express my gratitude:-)
I am learning how to tie more wet flies and tenkara styles, I find a lot of mallard feathers on the ground by the lake. some are flanks and some are like soft round hen feathers not big but they do a good job. I have too much purchased materials. I stopped fly fishing for about 20 years now I am getting back in. Thanks for these great videos.
You're welcome, James, and welcome back into fly tying! I'm sure your addiction with it will continue like the rest of us, and let me know if you ever have any questions: tcammisa@gmail.com Tim www.troutandfeather.com
Tim; Very informative;Forwarded video to all our newer tiers in our flytying group;Wish you had explained the collar pulled down and back as it makes a very strong beard[usually used on bigger wet flies[wet salmon]but the principles the same.Thanks for your efforts new [and not so new]tires are sure to appreciate .it.Often times the video does a much better job of showing something [techniques]than a live demo.due to close ups and clarity of view.Thanks Earl
Thanks for the great comments, Earl, though I am unsure what you mean regarding the collar technique you are mentioning. I may be over thinking it, but please email me (my email is listed in this video's description) so we can talk more about it. Thanks again, Tim
Been tying for three years now.... just finally getting into the wets! right now my favorite things to tie are hair wings, and classic dry fly patterns. Started with nymphs, so it is always fun expanding the flies in my repertoire! Keep up the great videos!
Hi Tim, very informative video. Did you say the JV hen is a juvenile bird? I was under the impression a juvinile bird's feathers weren't fully developed and the pelts contained less usable feathers. Is that true? The pelts looked skinned from beak to tail, they certainly give a lot. Do you use the tail feathers too? I went to the site, lots of full hen pelts for $48 and you get all the feathers. The rooster 🐓 capes are nice too, especially the cree, but out of my price range unless I hit a lottery lol. Well I've used game bird feathers I've harvested for nymphs and wets, and over the past few years acquired lots of hackle that do double duty - dry/wet. However it would be nice to get some hen neck and saddle. Thanks Tim, your one of the best and a favorite channel of mine! Ciao paisa'!
Thanks for such kind words, Joe, and I'm unsure if JV stands for juvenile. I would recommend contacting Clearwater Hackle prior to ordering because I know they were out of product for awhile and are hoping to get their inventory back up soon. The last I heard, all of the JV skins were gone, so you may have missed your chance! Thanks for such kind words, buddy, and ciao! Tim
Hey Tim...as far as care in storing feathers...to prevent bugs from affecting the hackle...is it best to keep the feathers in a zip lock bag and in a dark cool space. just wondering how you able to preserve all your feathers. Thanks for the vids....Denver San Diego CA
CWO4D Denver, I keep all of my feathers in Ziploc bags, and then all of the bags in drawers. In each bag and drawer, I keep a substantial amount of moth balls (lavender scented packets, which aren't as harsh smelling). There are other ways to maintain feathers, but I believe moth balls are the best, hence the reason why I put up with the smell (which my wife doesn't love, that's for sure!). Thanks for checking, and I hope all is well. Tim
Andre, Clearwater Hackle is no longer in business, sorry. Here's another one to try: amzn.to/3eqkIGv Thanks, and shoot me an email if you have more questions: tcammisa@gmail.com Tim
Excellent, Tim. Like the guy said, I wish this would have been available 30 years ago.
Thanks for taking the time to comment (and for the kind words). Tim www.troutandfeather.com
Very good instructional video. I am amazed how many fly shops in Colorado don't know what a soft hackle is. They look at you like a deer caught in the headlights. I ran out on a recent trip so I decided to learn to tie them myself. Thanks for the help.
+Wayne The Seine You got it, Wayne, and glad to know that you believe in them as much as me! Tim
Sir i quiet tying for a while I came back again and watched alot of people make these things my Opinion u make the best flys i have seen they look real not that pic look i never in my life have saw a painted pic look fly
Thanks for the kind words, Jimmy, they're appreciated! Tim www.troutandfeather.com
The things you teach on here are very helpful. Even if you tie for a different area. The things that I learn from you are very valuable in about any area in the US. For that I am thankful for this youtube and for people like you whom are willing to share their knowledge.
For that I want to express my gratitude:-)
I am learning how to tie more wet flies and tenkara styles, I find a lot of mallard feathers on the ground by the lake. some are flanks and some are like soft round hen feathers not big but they do a good job. I have too much purchased materials. I stopped fly fishing for about 20 years now I am getting back in. Thanks for these great videos.
You're welcome, James, and welcome back into fly tying! I'm sure your addiction with it will continue like the rest of us, and let me know if you ever have any questions: tcammisa@gmail.com Tim www.troutandfeather.com
Tim, your videos are always informative and exactly what I look for while learning new techniques. Thank you.
You're welcome, Mario, and thanks for such kind words. Tim
I really appreciate your style of videos..I've learned a great deal as a beginning fly tier..thank you..
CWO4D Thanks for the kind words; I really appreciate them and am glad to help. TC
Excellent instructions!!! I wish I had found this video sooner. Keep up the great work.
Thanks for the kind words, Frank Williams ; I'm glad the video was useful for you. TC
Tim; Very informative;Forwarded video to all our newer tiers in our flytying group;Wish you had explained the collar pulled down and back as it makes a very strong beard[usually used on bigger wet flies[wet salmon]but the principles the same.Thanks for your efforts new [and not so new]tires are sure to appreciate .it.Often times the video does a much better job of showing something [techniques]than a live demo.due to close ups and clarity of view.Thanks Earl
Thanks for the great comments, Earl, though I am unsure what you mean regarding the collar technique you are mentioning. I may be over thinking it, but please email me (my email is listed in this video's description) so we can talk more about it. Thanks again, Tim
the best video on hackle
+Ernie Walker Thanks, Ernie; that's very kind of you to say! Tim
very very interesting for me (all of the tips in this vid)
Many thank's to share with us
Pierre (from Québec, Canada)
You got it, Pierre; I'm glad you learned some tips from this vid. TC
Just found a discount hen piece... glad to find you have a video on techniques!
You got it, Andrew, and good luck with that hen. I started with one piece, too...and, well you can figure out the rest! Tim
Been tying for three years now.... just finally getting into the wets! right now my favorite things to tie are hair wings, and classic dry fly patterns. Started with nymphs, so it is always fun expanding the flies in my repertoire! Keep up the great videos!
You got it, Andrew, and let me know if you ever have questions (best way to contact me is through the Trout and Feather website). Tim
I love watching your stuff as I always learn so much.
Thank you for sharing:-)
Thanks, Len; you're a faithful viewer and I appreciate the feedback! Tim
What kind of scissors are you using? Love your channel. Very helpful. Be blessed. John
great examples easy to understand
Thanks for the kind words, and glad you found it beneficial! Tim
Hi Tim, very informative video. Did you say the JV hen is a juvenile bird? I was under the impression a juvinile bird's feathers weren't fully developed and the pelts contained less usable feathers. Is that true? The pelts looked skinned from beak to tail, they certainly give a lot. Do you use the tail feathers too? I went to the site, lots of full hen pelts for $48 and you get all the feathers. The rooster 🐓 capes are nice too, especially the cree, but out of my price range unless I hit a lottery lol.
Well I've used game bird feathers I've harvested for nymphs and wets, and over the past few years acquired lots of hackle that do double duty - dry/wet. However it would be nice to get some hen neck and saddle.
Thanks Tim, your one of the best and a favorite channel of mine! Ciao paisa'!
Thanks for such kind words, Joe, and I'm unsure if JV stands for juvenile. I would recommend contacting Clearwater Hackle prior to ordering because I know they were out of product for awhile and are hoping to get their inventory back up soon. The last I heard, all of the JV skins were gone, so you may have missed your chance! Thanks for such kind words, buddy, and ciao! Tim
Excellence.
Appreciate the kind words, Mitch, hen hackle must be a favorite of yours, too? Tim www.troutandfeather.com
Hey Tim...as far as care in storing feathers...to prevent bugs from affecting the hackle...is it best to keep the feathers in a zip lock bag and in a dark cool space. just wondering how you able to preserve all your feathers.
Thanks for the vids....Denver San Diego CA
CWO4D Denver, I keep all of my feathers in Ziploc bags, and then all of the bags in drawers. In each bag and drawer, I keep a substantial amount of moth balls (lavender scented packets, which aren't as harsh smelling). There are other ways to maintain feathers, but I believe moth balls are the best, hence the reason why I put up with the smell (which my wife doesn't love, that's for sure!). Thanks for checking, and I hope all is well. Tim
Thanks for this video, could you tell me where I can buy the clearwater hackle? The link you gave does not work. Thanks a lot.
Andre, Clearwater Hackle is no longer in business, sorry. Here's another one to try: amzn.to/3eqkIGv Thanks, and shoot me an email if you have more questions: tcammisa@gmail.com Tim
Nice
Thanks; I appreciate the comment! TC
you might have mentioned this but what color is the jv hen your using in the video?
+Jason Turgeon It's a neat color of hen called "Hungarian Partridge," though can be tough to get your hands on! Tim