The Fly Tying Group (FTG) of Fly Fishers International (FFI) has published a new book, “Fly Tying for All Fish All Waters”. This hardcover book features over 100 patterns, including tips on tying, historical info, and more from some of the most noted names currently in fly tying.
Most of the contributions to the book came from featured tiers at the FTG’s show in Dallas, TX, in September of last year. The photos of selected patterns are of high quality, and each has a story behind it, written by the tier, which gives the reader insight to the origin of the fly, and it’s most effective use.
Included in the list of contributors are several members of the Gulf Coast Council. Realistic tying guru Fred Hannie of Lake Charles, LA, is an FFI Buz Buzsek Award honoree – the highest recognition in the world of fly tying. In addition to his featured patterns, his artwork graces the cover of the book. Other GCC tiers who are featured include Kenneth Breaux, Ron Braud, and Catch Cormier. Kenneth, Ron, and several other tiers featured in the book have demonstrated at our annual Gulf Coast Classic. Those include Patty Luekin, Dutch Baughmann, Barry Webster, Jerry Coviello, and Jack Gillis.
In addition to featured patterns, there’s a section on how to become a better tier, with articles and photos from tying gurus like Charlie Craven, Hans van Klinken, Skip Morris, Davy Wotton, Al Ritt, Kelly Galloup, Tim Flagler, Jerry Coviello, Tom Rosenbauer, and more.
A “Looking Back” chapter features tiers from FFF conclaves of the past thirty years. Wayne Luallen, Craig Mathews, Bruce Staples, Scott Sanchez, Masao Sakaguchi, and Al & Gretchen Beatty revisit their patterns and experiences.
“Fly Tying for All Fish All Waters” is currently shipping. Cost is $75. For more details, or to purchase, click here .
