Fly Tying Techniques

Nelson Ishiyama of Henry's Fork Lodge shares quick and foundational techniques he's learned over 50 years of tying flies. First up: thread control.

Nelson Ishiyama of Henry's Fork Lodge shares recommendations for using thread to anchor bulky or slippery materials to a fly fishing hook.

Nelson Ishiyama of Henry's Fork Lodge shares tricks for successfully wrapping dubbing around thread.

Nelson Ishiyama of Henry's Fork Lodge shares his preferred aid to help tie sticky, buggy flies.

Nelson Ishiyama of Henry's Fork Lodge shows how to blend dubbing to create the shade you're looking for.

Nelson Ishiyama of Henry's Fork Lodge shows how to clean out undercoat to ensure animal hair stacks evenly on your tie.

Nelson Ishiyama of Henry's Fork Lodge explains the materials and methods he uses to create spinner wing ties which look great and last while fishing.