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How to tie the Lightning Bolt Salmon Fly

How to tie the Lightning Bolt Salmon Fly

The Lightning Bolt is a tried and tested spring salmon fly used throughout Scotland. It is great in peaty water and we like to user it when there is a bit of sun in the sky. It can be tied fairly sparse and is irrestibable to a passing by springer.  Stuart Foxall talk through how to tie this fly ...
How to choose the best spring salmon flies

How to choose the best spring salmon flies

Stuart Foxall talks through the process of how to choose which salmon fly to tie on when spring fishing for Atlantic Salmon. Remember these is no right or wrong answer to this question and each river will have its own DNA and certain patters will be more successful than others, however these guid...
Salmon Fly Tying Basics

Salmon Fly Tying Basics

Salmon fly tying is a popular pastime among fly anglers and can be a creative and rewarding endeavor. Tying your own salmon flies allows you to create custom patterns tailored to the specific fishing conditions and preferences. Here are some of the basics of salmon fly tying:1. Tools and Material...
How to Tie the Park Shrimp Salmon Fly

How to Tie the Park Shrimp Salmon Fly

Ross Macdonald shows you how to tie his much loved pattern, the Park Shrimp. The 'Parky' as its affectionately known, is a renowned fish catcher throughout the UK, Ireland .... and beyond.