Tying a Clear Stretch Pheasant Tail Nymph by Mak

Hook;size 12 Long Shank ,, Thread Rusty Brown ,,
Body; 1mm Clear Stretch Elastic ,, Thorax; Black & Red mix Dubbing
Head & Tail Claret P-T-N

[@matttroutman4515]

I very much like the technique you used to add legs to the fly. It seems so simple yet I've never thought of it in fifty years of tying. I typically add partridge, woodduck, or hackle fibers on either side and tie them in. It works but it is difficult to get the lengths the same on both sides and sometimes the legs get pulled down along the side. This is a great idea and I'm going to try a few nymphs right now with that technique.

[@Makflies]

Thanks Matt. I am glad that you like the idea & hope you find it easy to tie. Thanks mak

[@raniraja6946]

Matt Troutman ம

[@janagreen9342]

This channel is amazing and your work is so good. I don’t fish or know anything about it but I can watch this for hours. Thank you.

[@Makflies]

Thank you so much Jana, I really appreciate that :))

[@shammaproblamma5333]

I thought that I’d seen all of Mak’s fly videos, then this video popped-up... a very nice pattern. Even though I’ve seen him do it before, I like how he burns the clear stretch, creating a clever tab/j-hook for a solid thread catch. As always, thanks, Mak!

[@Makflies]

Thank you once again for a lovely Comment Shamma, Appreciate that :))

[@billhayes3675]

excellent technique and demonstration for a fly that will catch fish - but I honestly listened for your soothing voice. very calming in these stressful times

[@Makflies]

Thank you Bill, I totally agree with you, Thank you for your nice comment, I hope things gets better :)))

[@RTAlabama]

Split the thread to make a dubbing loop!! What a great idea!! Thank you sir!

[@Makflies]

You are welcome Mike

[@index7787]

melt catch was very clever. love watching you work, I don't even fish.

[@Makflies]

Thank you friend, 😊 😊

[@kentw.897]

Nice pattern Mak! I like the way you folded the pheasant tail to form its legs. Thanks for sharing, and Aloha!🌴🎣🐟

[@Makflies]

Thank you Kent :))))

[@haydensavage2250]

You just tought me so many tricks for tying this fly, thank you so much! Awesome video!

[@Makflies]

Thank you Hayden, I am glad you like it :-)

[@carlahiller3093]

What an amazing art and craftsmanship!! beautiful~~thanks for sharing your craft!

[@Makflies]

👍👍👍

[@fuzzypicklesfurball7443]

Makflies he commented that 4 years ago and now your replying to him 😂😂😂😂😂

[@GenuinelyCurious120]

I don't fly fish, never have fly fished, I sure like watching you make these though.

[@Makflies]

Thank you friend 👍👍👍👍

[@davisblack7657]

Jaw dropped I don't know how many times at various techniques you used. Great tie!

[@Makflies]

Thank you Walter,, I am glad you enjoyed it

[@Goochigoop]

This nymph looks delicious, great job!!!

[@Makflies]

thank you :))

[@jameshines4012]

Loving the art that goes into making a great fly. Great video.

[@Makflies]

Thanks a lot James :))

[@cassiusclay282]

This man has never fished a bugger , he only fishes absolute art

[@Makflies]

This man has been fishing since the age of 10,

[@markbrown8039]

Thanks So Much for the effort you put into making the video, the clear stretch tips will be very useful for me.

[@Makflies]

Hi Mark. I am glad you like it, your welcome. mak

[@bhatnayeemtroutfishfarming5449]

Hi friend I am a trout fish former from Indian occupied kashmir I like your fish catching trick

[@Makflies]

Thank you Rafiq, :))

[@mikelundrigan2285]

Nice fly..good tie....keep the videos coming! Thanks for some good ideas I will add to my toolbox!

[@Makflies]

Mike Lundrigan many thanks for the comment Mike,

[@draven3838]

You tie some excellent fly ,I've been tying your patterns for awhile and the work amazing on crappie and bluegill as well as large mouth bass and small mouth bass

[@Makflies]

Glad you like them Gary, and having success with them, keep it up my friend Regards,,,, Mak :))

Muy buena idea para la pesca gracias por compartir. saludos cordiales desde Perú Arequipa 👍👍🐟🐟

[@Makflies]

Thank you friend :))

[@Franklinfishingflies]

I agree with the majority, the tubing heat stretch is a great idea. You just gave me another steelhead pattern, many different abdomen colors can be used under that tubing. Thanks for the video.

[@Makflies]

👍👍👍

[@ryanburgess8436]

I dont know what people would do without how to videos on youtube!

[@IronheadOfScroteus]

What I did in the 80's; buy a fly tying kit that comes with a how-to book. Not be able to make heads or tails of the pictures because tying is about actions that can't be conveyed in a still-shot, and then give up in frustration. Drag out the kit twenty years later, after you discover this new internet thing and KZbin and try again with better results. After you buy new glue and salvage the bits that haven't been eaten by weevils.

[@maritzamolinamarchant2044]

IronheadOfScroteus ..6667n

[@MatanuskaHIGH]

Ryan Burgess we used books and made crappy flys 😂🤣. He makes it look so easy.

[@Makflies]

👍👍👍

[@Makflies]

👍👍👍

[@Speysider1962]

Absolutely fantastic , looks realistic and deadly.

[@Makflies]

Thank you my friend

[@mguarin912]

Legend has it this chap is a neurosurgeon for fun.

[@Makflies]

Thank you friend :)))

[@MarceloJost]

The tubbing tips (starting and finishing) were really super. Thanks

[@Makflies]

Thank you I am glad you like it

[@dano956]

Just tried this pattern and I love it. Can't wait to try it. I bought a spool of vinyl rib at an outdoor show several years ago for $2 but never used it.

[@Makflies]

thank you friend , keep up the good work :)))

[@lewvasquez6444]

Great bug!! Really enjoy your videos! Keep em' coming!

[@Makflies]

Lew Vasquez Thank you my friend I am glad you like my videos

[@maxdunn1991]

It's so mesmerising watching people tying flies

[@Makflies]

👍👍👍

[@ThaRealChuckD]

This guy man. He's like the faberge egg master of fly tying.

[@Makflies]

Thank you Chuck, I am glad you like it :))

[@Wyamike734]

I like many aspects of this fly! Looks like it may have some challenges to get though but worth it in my opinion. Nice fly , to the to do list it goes 😆. Thanks for the video!!

[@Makflies]

Totally agree Mike, I am glad you like it, I really appreciate that my friend 👍👍👍

[@bazboy24]

Another work of art by mak

[@Makflies]

Thank you so much friend :))

[@spyad9]

Attractive...So many views and comments but no likes,,u deserve it so from my side to ur wonderful craft👍👍

[@Makflies]

Thank you Shank, I really appreciate that :))

[@duderoony]

Just found this one Mak. It’s a really nice Nymph pattern. I’ll try my hand with it..... Thank you for yet another great tie dude.

[@Makflies]

Thank you El, I am glad you like it, I had the most views on this Pattern :))

[@duderoony]

I’m not surprised Mak It’s an attractive fly and looks appealing.

[@nicolelewis1828]

Thanks, great vid! Love the colour of that pheasant tail!

[@Makflies]

Thank you Nicole :)

[@paulnilon3548]

What a great pattern and equally good explanatory video. Kind regards Paul N Tasmania

[@Makflies]

Paul Nilon Thank you Paul. I am glad that you like it & Great comment.Regards mak

[@johnraymond7189]

Beautiful work. You are truly an artist

[@Makflies]

Thank you so much 😀John

[@robertperman8967]

Very nice!! Tight lines🐜🐛🕷️!!!!!

[@zafarkamil152]

I like it very much your technic👍and your work i will try at my home😚

[@Makflies]

Thank you so much 😀

[@mikesflies5005]

Mak, love this fly!! I'm a beginner at tying flies and have learned a lot watching your instructive videos. BTW my flies are still on the ugly side so I'm hoping they will start looking as good as yours with practice. Mike

[@Makflies]

Hi Mike. I am Glad you finding the videos helpful. There is no such a thing ugly fly Lol... its always the most scruffy flies catch more fish. Just keep practicing, soon you will get there. Cheers mak

[@matttroutman4515]

Hey Mike, it does take lots of practice before your flies start to look as good as the ones in stores. If you are just beginning to tie I'd suggest tying at least four of the same pattern so you get used to working with the materials and techniques. I'm sure you will see improvement on the last fly compared to the first.

[@Makflies]

Matt Troutman I agree matt. It takes few attempt for me to tie new pattern correctly.

[@mikesflies5005]

Thank you. I have done a few of these flies and they are looking a lot better. I bought a better vise (rotary) and that has helped.

[@Makflies]

Mike Pennino Thats great you have bought a better Rotary Vise, this makes big difference for tying. Its great that flies are looking better. Keep up the good work Tight Lines mak

[@adamsaarinen3134]

Nice fly! I imagine the rubber silicone body will buy another second of time in the trouts mouth to set the hook before it spits it! Not keen to stretch the body cord with a vision 2 in 1 vice, hook might hit my eye or something else? Thankyou!

[@Makflies]

Thank you my friend. I am glad you like it, I know but some time to make something effective you have to take a risk. But if you take your time I think you should be ok Lol... Regards mak

[@lisajames2170]

Arshad, first time I've seen this one, class, proper class, good tip with heating end of body rib.

[@lisajames2170]

Actually; Mike James

[@Makflies]

👍👍👍

[@Kendo2007]

superb tip on the melting great videos keep them coming

[@Makflies]

👍👍👍

[@markdovell24]

Good-looking nymph! Great job!!

[@Makflies]

Thank you Mark :)))

[@arielcoral8498]

Muy lindo trabajo aprendere de ti aun que no tengo ese tipo de pluma lo hare con otra gracias pir compartir tu teabajo

[@Makflies]

Gracias mi amigo, realmente aprecio eso :))

[@normankettlewell4855]

Another nice one Mac very nice

[@Makflies]

Norman Kettlewell Thanks mate. I am glad you like it

[@PESCAACTIVA]

Great work, 👍👍👍 great to trick trout

[@Makflies]

Thank you friend :))

[@seanmooney3907]

Very nice looking fly. Hope the fish think so too. Catch yourself a Lunker! All the best to you and yours. Sean

[@Makflies]

Hi Sean I am Glad you like the Pattern many thanks. This Nymph will Catch some Stonkers give it a try Lol... Regards mak

[@weksanuahs]

Great looking fly. Just discovered your channel. Very helpful and some great new techniques to try. Thanks for the content.

[@Makflies]

Thank you Shaun , I am glad you like it, Thank you for the Comment :)

[@bassryde]

WOW great video, thank you for sharing, that looks amazing, great job

[@Makflies]

+Getaway Kayaking Thank you my friend

[@hugofeitoza]

It's a very nice, I am from Brazil thank you for a movie!

[@Makflies]

Thank you Hugo, I am glad you like it :))

[@res1492]

You, Sir, are an artist!!!

[@Makflies]

Thank you res1492,, I am really glad you like it :)

[@res1492]

I watched some more of your video after and all i can say is "Amazing work"

[@Makflies]

Once again, many thanks, I really appreciate res1492 👍 👍

[@tsurimanabu]

いつも拝見させて頂いております。 いつまでも参考にさせて下さい。

[@Makflies]

Thank you my friend :))

[@COFG]

what material You used for the body? what is the name of the transparent material used for it? thank You.

[@MrTsukurou]

At 3:11 he says that it is a 1 mm clear stretch. A quick google brings up several options on where to buy it from.

[@Makflies]

👍👍👍

[@edilsonrodrigues3320]

Congratulação pela isca mágica. Fenomenal, fantástica. Edilson Rodrigues - Curitiba - Brasil.

[@Makflies]

Thank you Edilson, I am glad you like it :))))

[@buddyboy66]

love your videos. would you consider putting a pic of the bug in the corner of the screen so we can compare it to what you’re making?

[@Makflies]

Thank you Steve, it is basically represent lot's of different Mayfly Larvae & Nymphs :)))

[@justinpeters5502]

Nice I tied in red,olive,black and the red color don't work as well as olive or black on my home streams but I still use red for rainbow trout cause the like bright colors like pink and red but I used olive and black dyed pheasant tail for this fly and they work great and I've found if I coat the stretch tubing with Sally Hansen it's extremely durable more than a regular pheasant tail nymph

[@Makflies]

Thank you Justin, I am glad you like it,, I agree with all different colours, I do also tie in lot's of colours, Regards ,, Mak

[@jorgeherrera1574]

Muy lindo video, muy claro. Impecable. Grácias por subirlo!

[@Makflies]

Thank you Jorge, I am glad you like it , 👍 👍

[@Nigel_S452]

that looks another great fly. I bought some of that clear stretch at a tackle shop but it is too thin, I will have to get some thicker and give this fly a go. Thanks Mak

[@Makflies]

Hi Nigel Many thanks for the comment. You need 1mm thick Elastic or send me your uk Address I will send you some. Cheers mak

[@Nigel_S452]

mak -flies Thanks Mak, I bought some yesterday and had a go last night, the hardest bit is melting the ends without burning the tying thread which i did a few times. The fly looks good so thanks for the information. I will let you know how I get on with fishng this one and the damsel. I wont be fishing until the season starts here in about 6 weeks time.

[@jp410]

Great videos! What might I use as a substitute for pheasant tail, to make the nymphs more durable? I'm trying to focus on flies' effectiveness and durability, more than how they look to me, or how true they are to an original recipe. Thank you!

[@Makflies]

Thank you :)

[@davidhughes2622]

Thanks for your time and knowledge good health for you and your's 🎣🤠 Dave Hughes

[@Makflies]

Thank you so much Dave 😊😊😊😊

[@Fairley_Bule]

Just make sure you don't lose it on the first cast or all that effort would be for nothing ! But, very good detailed video. Thanks for it.

[@Makflies]

Lol,, Thank you Mikey really appreciate that, thanks for the nice comment :)

[@jimgarrett7078]

All you need is green hands and I would swear it was the hulk tying this fly. 🤪

[@Makflies]

Lol,,,,, Thank you Jim :)))

[@jimgarrett7078]

I did like the tying of the fly and the end result - just cuttin up with ya.

[@RaymartTvMix]

Wow amazing.

[@Makflies]

Thanks a lot

[@johnshand6176]

Very well tied. It looks so simple but but only for the masters. I will tie a few for tomorrow on the Waioeka River, North Island New Zealand. Tight lines.

[@Makflies]

Thank you John,, I am glad you like it,, Thanks for watching Regards Mak

[@mazennoghai1560]

I've been loved the colors and technique. thanks for sharing

[@Makflies]

Thank you Mazen :))

[@thigson189]

Outstanding. Pardon my ignorance, but what is the small block being used to rub the thread? A wax of some sort? Thank you in advance and thank you for sharing this video, Makflies.

[@Makflies]

Thank you T Higson, I am glad you like it, Yes you are right it is a Wax Regards,,,, Mak

[@Самоделкидлярыбалки]

Thank you for the video! Like! Great idea! also manufactured bait with your hands!

[@mitisarmosahary1567]

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[@Makflies]

👍👍👍

[@andrewstrachan71]

Hi mak can you do a heap more buzzer videos please I enjoy watching your videos they're great

[@Makflies]

Hi Andrew I am glad you like my Videos. I will upload more Buzzers soon and I love tying Buzzers. I get very busy around this time of year with tying orders, can't find enough time. Hopefully soon I shall upload more Buzzers. Regards mak

[@insaneaction2868]

Very nice work - You are a master.

[@Makflies]

+InsaneAction Thank you my friend

[@alvarolar1]

beautiful fly. congratulations!

[@Makflies]

👍👍👍

[@H20chromer]

can someone please explain to me why he waxes the thread before he wraps over the initial "tail" cut off and then again when he wraps the thread back to the tail?

[@Makflies]

Wax makes it durable and stop slipping, keep everything at its place :))

[@H20chromer]

@@Makflies Thanks for the explination, i am learning alot from your videos they are great!

[@Makflies]

@@H20chromer Thank you friend, I really appreciate that :)))

[@legendaryskulls337]

Beautiful that would be killer for steelhead here

[@Makflies]

Thank you Legendary :-)

[@freshprinceofsd]

This fly is awesome totally gonna try this!!!

[@Makflies]

Thank you my friend

[@willyboyw.5771]

excellent thread control.

[@Makflies]

Thank you Willy :))

[@fliesandties6638]

What type of camera do you use for your tying videos?

[@Makflies]

Flies and Ties Its Canon Lergia hf200

[@456fly]

Thanks your to cool. Thanks a lot for the flies.

[@Makflies]

Thank you Stan :))

[@user-qm5ly9ss5t]

Hello. Which type of thread are you using?

[@Makflies]

It's a UNI THREAD 6/0 :))

[@josemiguelabscallopez3103]

Nice fly. Thanks from spain

[@Makflies]

Thank you Jose :)

[@BeautifuLakesStreamsBiologists]

Simple elegant and beautiful, thank you! Not that it makes a lot of difference, but have you tried creating "gills" on the abdomen between each wrap of clear strip? The fish likely won't care, but it will catch more than a few fishermen. Oh, and we just subscribed! Cheers!

[@Makflies]

Thank you , I know what you mean, it will certainly more fisherman lol Regards

[@BeautifuLakesStreamsBiologists]

Try as we might to teach the fishermen to think more like the fish! ;)

[@Makflies]

I will my riend

[@fiseh7566]

i dont get why people use barbs on their hooks. its just cruel. good on you for going barbless

[@Makflies]

👍👍👍

[@myslash09]

Great video could you recomend a fly tying kit for a beginner. Thanks

[@Makflies]

Thank you JR, There are so many but I suggest, you should buy Quality, Buy good vice and tools individually :))

[@PRACERZ]

Question for you, what are you rubbing on your thread once in awhile ?

[@Makflies]

+PRACERZ Its Wax my friend

[@PRACERZ]

Sorry for the apparent dumb question, but why ? Educate me please . :)

[@Makflies]

PRACERZ so the thread become stronger & hold its position also water proofing etc

[@Prostotakrybalka]

Fly fishing👍Good tying👍

[@Makflies]

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[@archr610]

mak, what is the clear stretch material actually called, so I know what to look/ask for when I'm shopping? Thanks l

[@smackinbaits6693]

It's a clear stretch material...you can usually find them in arts n crafts bead section...or necklace/bracelet making...

[@Makflies]

👍👍👍

[@vincentfemia1690]

great fly. Thanks for taking the time to make this video. I do have a question though. Would you change anything if you were to tie this in a size 20 or 22?

[@Makflies]

Many Thanks for nice comment. Yes for that size reduce the size of material accordingly. Unfortunately I can't tell you the exact size of material. Thanks mak

[@williamemmons8816]

Heat tubing with a bic lighter ( torch ) flatten between thumb and forefinger.

[@Makflies]

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[@joerho]

You should show fishing with them!

[@Makflies]

I should Joe, I can't seems to get time this Year lol

[@rewolfe333]

pretty neat trick with the lighter....definitely a stonker catcher !!

[@Makflies]

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[@shutterwi]

You finish the head with "varnish" is it varnish or is just a head cement or super glue? Also what are you using for dubbing wax? Bee's wax? I love your videos. Very well done.

[@Makflies]

Thank you Shutterwi , I am using Nail Varnish, As for Dubbing it's a Black & Red mix Synthetic Dubbing Regards ... Mak

[@shutterwi]

Makflies Thanks for the reply. How may years have you been tying?

[@Makflies]

about 10 Years :)

[@shutterwi]

Makflies Wow there might be hope for me. 7 years here.

[@Makflies]

Why not , keep on practicing , take your time , and you will tie better than me :)

[@harryryan9436]

Nice video. Entertaining and informative

[@Makflies]

👍👍👍

[@meishan12121990]

Can I know where do you get the "machine" to tie this ?

[@Makflies]

Its call Fly Tying Vice, you can get this online :-)

[@kapatawemale2137]

Great !!! can learn a lot thank you *** beautifull

[@Makflies]

👍👍👍

[@sergecolin3133]

beau montage. j'aime.

[@Makflies]

👍👍👍

[@pablo_7992]

No se si los usaria para pescar o para colgarlos de la pared, ya que son hermosos estos anzuelos

[@Makflies]

👍👍👍

[@LAODEARSAN]

Mantap bro..👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼⛲🇮🇩

[@Makflies]

Thank you 👍🏼👍🏼

[@grandwonder5858]

How did you split that thread? Is that a special thread that allowed you to split it into two?

[@Makflies]

It's utc thread :)

[@Falconer2023]

thats cool thank you for teaching and sharing works with us

[@Makflies]

👍👍👍

[@rain-bh9js]

question, where and what kinda plastic tubing is that?

[@Makflies]

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[@TheAudiostud]

Hi Mak, I Came Across Your Channel While Watching Paul Adams The Homemade Fisherman, He Designs & Builds Fishing Lures And Is An Incredible Talented Guy, Right Back To You! I've Been Working My Way Thru Your Collection Of Videos And There's Plenty To Watch, I Wouldn't Know The First Place To Start As I'm All Fingers And Thumbs And You Sir, Make It Look Oh! So Easy, How Long Have You Been Tying Flies Mak ? Is There a fly thats suitable for catching Saltwater fish say Mackeral, Bass or Pollock, Thanks For Taking The Time To Produce Such An Informative Collection Of Videos

[@Makflies]

Thank you very much The Audiostud, I really appreciate that and I am glad that you are really taking interest for tying flies it is a great fun, As for the Mackeral , Bass , Pollock, the Flies are Different, I have not yet had an experience tying them but soon I shall be looking into it. If you google there are plenty of Saltwater Pattern for all those fish Regards mak

[@dhananjayrao279]

Superb sir 👌

[@Makflies]

Thanks a lot 😊

[@peterhino6433]

Do these type of flys work? They look pretty and all do they catch fish?

[@Makflies]

Off course they work Peter :)))