Mar 16, 2009 · Philoplumes (aftershaft feathers) are the little marabou feather attached to each pheasant body feather. They’re largely overlooked but Jack Gartside made great use of them …

Nov 20, 2023 · Behind most of the rump feathers you will find these delicate aftershaft (philoplume) feathers. Keep these for the rear body hackle. I tye them in by the thicker end …

Feb 22, 2012 · Aftershaft leech. Pattern . Jump to Latest 1K views 2 replies 3 participants last post by scottflycst Feb 25, 2012. troutpocket ...

The Sparrow Nymph fly pattern is impressionistic and suggests a number of food sources to fish but nothing specifically. While Jack Gartside originally designed this nymph/streamer/wet fly …

Jun 19, 2008 · Philoplumes are the tiny hair-like feathers spread across a birds wings and which are so small and like a strand of human hair that they have no use in fly tying. I have so often …

Jan 2, 2010 · Although Jack has passed on, several of his flies used the pheasant aftershaft or philoplume. If you have a pheasant skin, take a look. In Phil's book, Fly Patterns for …

Mar 28, 2013 · A balanced after shaft leach has become my number one pattern for foraging spring trout. It can effectively imitate a wide range of forage types simply by altering the size …

Apr 17, 2024 · A leech pattern can act as a perfect search pattern. If you like to fly fish lakes, leech patterns are a great place to start. Some anglers fish leech streamer patterns below …

Apr 18, 2022 · Leech patterns are effective for many freshwater species in streams and stillwaters. There must be hundreds of leech patterns that have been described in books and …

Usually, leech patterns should be presented on or near the lake bottom. In bright conditions, present the fly as deep as 25ft. In lower light conditions, present the fly among the weedy and …