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Microflies: Tying and Fishing Tiny Flies

When trout are focused on tiny food, small flies aren't enough—sometimes you need microflies. In this detailed guide, Dave Southall explores the overlooked world of ultra-small flies and the micro-invertebrates that trout and grayling feed on. Packed with practical advice, fly patterns, and presentation techniques, this book shows how fishing smaller can dramatically improve success on challenging waters.

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  • Learn when and why microflies outperform larger patterns
  • Detailed coverage of aquatic and terrestrial micro-invertebrates
  • Step-by-step tying instructions for proven microfly patterns
  • Advice on light rods, fine tippets, specialist knots, and presentation
  • Full-color photography throughout

Whether you're targeting selective trout sipping tiny insects or grayling feeding on microscopic food sources, this book provides the knowledge and techniques needed to fish effectively when size truly matters.

Specs:
Format: Hardcover
Edition: First Edition (2023)
Pages: 200
Size: 195 x 252 mm
Photos: Full color throughout

About the Author: Dave Southall is a respected fly-fishing author, instructor, and river angler known for his expertise in dry-fly fishing, Tenkara, and Italian-style casting. A regular contributor to Fly Fishing & Fly Tying Magazine and the Grayling Society Magazine, he is also actively involved in conservation and river monitoring efforts.

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