What are leech flies ? Leech fly patterns are excellent imitations of a real-life leech that folks use to fish These patterns are a perfect solution for folks who find live leeches yucky and can’t even touch them. They have a heavy bead on the front and a tail that gives them more movement when … Read more
balanced leeches are designed to hang horizontally when fished below an indicator Wind provides the action to the fly. Almost any fly can be tied in a “balanced” form. However, leeches and ‘bugger type patterns are what I usually tie in balanced format. The fly is simple to tie, yet absolutely deadly at times. What … Read more
Do trout like leeches? Because leeches are commonly found in freshwater, they are avidly eaten by trout and many other fish and plying the water with flies that imitate leeches, which includes not only woolly buggers but, of course, leech-specific flies and other patterns, can be pathways to success even on unfamiliar waters. Why is … Read more
What is a balanced leach ? balanced leeches are designed to hang horizontally when fished below an indicator Wind provides the action to the fly. Almost any fly can be tied in a “balanced” form. However, leeches and ‘bugger type patterns are what I usually tie in balanced format. The fly is simple to tie, … Read more