Learn:

• The Tools of the Trade
• The Guidelines for Proportion and Balance
• How to Tie an All-Purpose Mayfly Nymph
• Tie an All-Purpose Dry Fly
• Tie a Traditional Wet Fly
• Tie an All-Purpose Streamer

All this and so much more...

THE ELEMENTS OF FLY TYING
By Tom Sutcliffe

Clear and easy to follow, The Elements of Fly Tying by Tom Sutcliffe, author, artist, flyfisherman and fly tyer supreme will show you all the techniques and tips you need to tie a wde selection of proven, fish catching flies.

"Tom Sutcliffe is a legend among South African flyfisherman and fly tyers, and his books hae enriched the lives of all South African fly fishers. His latest book The Elelements of Fly Tying is sure to become a classic and will take the novice tyer through all the steps required to become highly competent. Fly tyers countrywide will surely welcome this book." - Dean Riphagen

"It is fitting that Tom Sutcliffe, mentor and role model of fly fishers in South Africa has created this much anticipated beginners' manual. The Elements of Fly Tying will undoubtedly add value to our growing number of fly tying enthusiasts." - Fred Steynberg

"Tom's books are easy to follow, always informative and guaranteed to teach many invaluable tips and techniques. The Elements of Fly Tying sets a new benchmark in South African fly tying literature. Both novice and seasoned tyer will benefit greatly and gain many hours of pleasure from reading and studying this book." - Mark Yelland

Tom Sutcliffe is past chairman of the Federation of South African Fly Fishers and president of the Natal Fly Dressers Society. He is originator of iconic South African flies, the DDD and the Zak Nymph.

ISBN 978-0-9584950-5-9

Sneak preview

Choose from Chapter 1, or Chapter 5 below for a small taste of what you’ll get from The Elements of Fly Tying.