Types of fish and specific locations are both vital aspects when combining fly tying tools to create a sundry of lures- different colors, furs, and supplies attract different fish, whether in a lake or ocean setting, freshwater or saltwater as well. Fur, feathers, and other specially designed materials are used to attract certain fish, including color and animal derivation- even down to the hook that is hardly even seen after all materials are sewn around it is customizable to the type of fish that the lure is designed for. Custom made flies can be built to suit every scenario and fish desirable, as well as being affordable and simple to create.
The basic fundamentals to every lure are the hooks and tying threads- flosses are first wrapped around the hook before proceeding to the step, which depends upon the type of flier the creator desires. Synthetic and natural compositions create dubbing, the typically fuzzy material often used for the body of many flies; the color of the abdomen also plays a part in deciding which kinds of fish will be drawn by. Plastic, glass, and metal are few examples of beads that can come in many assorted shapes, such as barbells and cones, which are popular in pike and salmon casting. Feathers and fur are two further invitations, utilizing the game preferred by the pursued fish, whether it be seal or rabbit fur; large bass and many other saltwater fish enjoy barbs and tufts, which may also include sheep and muskrat hair or even peacock feathers.