Fly Tying Tips For Beginners: Tools Needed For Getting Started

[@StreemOutdoors]

1:21 - Vise - C Clamp vs Pedestal 2:20 - Vise Rotary Features 3:22 - Vise Recommendations 5:28 - Thread Bobbin 5:47 - How to Load the Thread in the Bobbin 6:47 - Adjusting the tension on Thread 7:23 - How to use Hackle Pliers 8:12 - How to use Hair Stacker 9:31 - How to use a Bodkin 10:27 - Whip Finish Recommendation 10:53 - How to apply Head Cement

[@susanp.collins7834]

And you can give the flies to non-fly-tying fishing friends for gifts. Also, you can make a batch of flies, mount them nicely in an appropriate frame that you might get from a yard sale or thrift shop and either sell them at a craft market or give them as gifts. They'd look lovely in an office or a study for example.

[@jfowler7604]

It's funny. I've fished for 50 years in the Sierras and I do fly fish but not that much. I've been thinking about tying b/c I have a hobby background of modeling etc but everything was mystifying and seemed a little eliteist. Your video totally cleared the air about what tools I'll need to learn fly tying when the snow is 4' deep outside. I'm gonna start collecting gear today. You couldn't know how helpful this was.....THANKS.

[@gj5464]

Great video. Had no idea what any of the tools were for. Very clear and helpful video. Just what i needed. 🇦🇺

[@Hhop1620]

Thank you! I got the Cabela's Deluxe Fly Tyng Kit as a gift; and all the parts are not very well described. I could not figure out what the hair stacker was. Thank you for the great explanation!

[@StreemOutdoors]

Glad you were able to learn something!

[@carmencarrasco4714]

This was a great beginners kit for a great price. kzbin.infoUgkxKRURvLsu9Vvyw7gIuvt8FsApoQNCdz-1 Its given us a huge variety to test out and see what works well and what we like to use. Majority of the flies have stayed together well, but some of the rainbow warriors did unravel after catching a few blue gill. All in all, this was a great kit and are so happy with the purchase and value for money.

[@isaeed11787]

excellent video and just what i was looking for.

[@philipdennis-rh7uj]

Combs a nice touch...had no idea what the hair tool was...also like your fine velcro popsicle comb..good video...Great shirt

[@tonybaird5469]

been tying since mid 60s. you need a good, vice, scissors, bobbin, and hooks. a sewing store will provide all of the above plus treads and body material. craft stores can provide wires and feathers. suggest you skin a sept moose, and a caribou, multicoloured. been using the same hair for over 30 years.

[@kerrypitt9789]

I was wandering about, looking for a couple more fly tying channels I could tolerate. Honestly there are so many bad channels it is discouraging. I found you and because I teach Canadian Veterans to tie, "Beginner," videos can be important to me when teaching from a distance. The only comment I would make is that a pair of micro serrated scissors are almost a "Must Have," these days mostly because there is so much available, new tyers are almost sure to run across it early. I sort of started in 1969 when my dad bought me a tying kit for my 12th Birthday. The vise was two pieces of stamped metal held together by the tightening screw!! No bobbin, I did not know they existed for many years, I had a half hitch tool, Bodkin a pair of not bad scissors oh and a square of beeswax. It took me years to learn, no internet etc. So my next vise was a Thompson AA and honestly if they had not gone broke it would still be my first recommendation today for a new tyer or an experienced one. They were bulletproof. From there to an Odyssey. I liked that vise a lot, then the Unusual Vosselar double headed vise, finally to the Norvise this last 13 years. There are so many favorites out there. You have probably cringed when you see someone post the question, "what is the best vise for me to buy?" 🤣😂 Actually Davie McPhail asked this about a vise for his travel vise, he normally ties on a LAW vise. He had 160 comments in the thread. I asked him if he hadn't seen that one coming!!!! You did a good job here, will subscribe.

[@falsehashtags6581]

If your still looking for a few fly thing channels, tightlinevideo is good.

[@kennethpierce7304]

Great video. The only one I’ve seen that is addressing the equipment and supplies a person needs to get started. Thanks. Subscribed

[@StreemOutdoors]

Thanks Kenneth 🙏

[@domenicomonteleone3055]

@@StreemOutdoors i have a question what are the prices on the vise for fly tying i live in 🇨🇦 Toronto Ontario do you lnow of any places here in Toronto

[@StreemOutdoors]

Domenico, I would check out Drift Outfitters in Toronto. They should be able to find you a vise that fits what you need. www.driftoutfitters.com/

[@domenicomonteleone3055]

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[@domenicomonteleone3055]

@@StreemOutdoors ues i will check them out thank you kindly for responding back to me in 🇨🇦 #YSW Domenico Monteleone respect back to you 🙏 Domenico

[@ericstewart4732]

Great intro video.

[@pulpitmail1013]

Thank you very informative

[@swyersofficeservices4451]

You are very good at defining. I purchased a starter kit form Postfly, but there weren't any directions...just gadgets. I didn't have a clue what was what, or what it was used for. They said to come to you tube for their series. There wasn't anything about what you just covered. Step two, will by to ty my first fly. Really excited now. Thank you so much.

[@StreemOutdoors]

Glad it was helpful for you! Best of luck, tying is a ton of fun.

[@susanp.collins7834]

I'm watching this because I saw a video on how to make a JAWA (Stands for Just Another Worm Artificial). And this worm was SO REALISTIC it was ICCKY! I wanted to make one but all those gidgets looked so COMPLICATED. So here I am.

[@kyleedespain6888]

This is just what I was looking for! Thanks for the great tips!

[@StreemOutdoors]

Thank you!

[@flgator311]

I bought a cheap vice to start trying this hobby. The vise came with a spring around the vise an inch or so away from the jaws. What is the spring for? Thank You

[@cmac1100]

Probably a material holding spring. I've never used the one on mine, so im not sure how to use them effectively though

[@hectatusbreakfastus6106]

One thing I love is that the swiss vise master is both a clamp vise and a pedestal vise. Not exactly on the cheap side but it's pretty deadly.

[@olivertaylor2664]

This was perfect Thanks

[@StreemOutdoors]

Glad it was helpful!

[@CDavid1951]

Thanks for the video and all the fly tying information it helps me decide what to buy before getting started.

[@StreemOutdoors]

Glad it was helpful to you! Reach out if you have any additional questions

[@jdoza5184]

Great recommendations. I have and continue to suggest to new and experienced tiers, find a tying partner who can split the cost of the expensive hackles and other materials that you’ll eventually want but only need half about what you’ll use in 20 plus years. Have fun.

[@itvisor1]

amazing explanation

[@StreemOutdoors]

Thanks! Thanks for watching

[@brianferguson7840]

My pedestal vice is hight adjustable!

[@santaellamedia7077]

AWESOME INFO, THANKS!

[@StreemOutdoors]

You bet, thanks for your comment

[@UncannyCheeto]

What are the chances! I have recently gotten into fly fishing and found your video and recognized your face. Loooong time no see! Hope you are doing well.

[@StreemOutdoors]

Things are going well! Hope you and your family are doing good too. You living in Utah? If so let’s go fishing!

[@UncannyCheeto]

@@StreemOutdoors yes I still do. Let's go!

[@parker456]

I did the math and for a elk hair Cadis and the Materials to make 25 fly was about $17 and if you sell all of them for $3 you would make about a $58 profit!!!

[@Khaosgardenz]

I really.love that sweatshirt do u make them in black?

[@StreemOutdoors]

Ya we sure do! Hop on our website and go to Streem wear then click on hoodies

[@peterd918]

*Excellent selection especially for the newer angler. **enjoyable.fishing** recommend it’s entire assortment looks to be tied well. Looking forward to getting them wet...*

[@robertbrander2074]

How Much did that Cost me ? .... I'm a beginner ! ... Seems like a Lot ! ... if you add in all the other Gear and stuff ... Fly materials , Rod and Reel , Lines , Hooks , Sinkers , Net , Waders , Polarized Sunglasses , Vest , License , etc ... Fly Fishing is a Wonderful Experience ! ... But , it seems seriously Expensive ! ... But , again ... So is Golf ! ... Thanks for the Info ! Cheers !

[@StreemOutdoors]

Robert! It’s true, but to your point.. what hobby now days is not expensive!? Agreed it is a little bit of an investment to get into but we think it’s well worth it! Thanks for your comment and tuning in

[@robertbrander2074]

@@StreemOutdoors It is truly a Wonderful way to Fish and well worth the Experience ! ... It's like being One with Nature ! ... I just bought a Cheap Rotary Vice and some Tools for $60 and some sewing thread , hooks and feathers ... Time to give it a try again ! ... Live Long and Prosper , and catch your limit ! ... ;-)

[@SOUTHSEASIRON]

Many Thanks that was extremely helpful 🤙🏻

[@StreemOutdoors]

You bet! Thanks for watchin

[@jacobstarr9010]

All I can say is don't buy a combo set. Most of the time they have poor quality tools and tying materials are below par. I made this mistake and ended up spending about 500+ dollars on new gear

[@StreemOutdoors]

Agreed, We haven’t found a good quality combo set. It’s best to pick and choose your tools and materials you need. Thanks for the comment 👍

[@TimJameson-jg8sl]

I just bought like a twenty something dollars set from bass pro it's pretty good

[@surfacepro2004]

Cool

[@StreemOutdoors]

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[@outdooradventuresumanrana2249]

Any link I can buy

[@StreemOutdoors]

Hey Suman, what are you looking to purchase?

[@rontharper]

Great Video! On the velcro that you applied to the popsicle sticks, was it the "hook" or "loop" part of the velcro? Thanks

[@StreemOutdoors]

Thanks for watching. We typically use the “hook” side of the Velcro. It does the best to pick out fibers and dubbing.

[@joshfriedman1461]

What about scissors?

[@StreemOutdoors]

check out 4:58 in the video. This is where we talk about a recommended pair of scissors for beginners. Also check the show notes for a link to the one we recommend. Thanks

[@tonybaird5469]

scissors need to fit your fingers. mine might be junk for you if you have bigger or smaller hands.

[@hectatusbreakfastus6106]

I've heard that you can get pretty sick putting things in your mouth when you are fly tying. Better to use a threader than to put the thread in your mouth. Just my 2 cents for the folks.

[@StreemOutdoors]

Thanks for the input

[@isupportthecurrentthing5225]

Id avoid the dr slick whip finisher, im not that impressed with it. The loon whip finish tool is vastly superior.

[@StreemOutdoors]

We have used the Dr. Slick whip finisher and have had no issues with it. The loon one looks great too.

[@StephanWanjiru-js1uc]

Me I need a job coz I know how to make them

[@엘리자베스-q6m]

Ben davies?

[@usernamemykel]

"Hey, what's up" as an intro to a vid is a big TURNOFF for me. If he wanted to know what I'm up to, he'd at least give me a chance to respond. So, lame intros don't get a "like" from me.

[@Sphiin]

you're not supposed to get aroused

[@kenneth9874]

Awe

[@reubenmorris5987]

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