https://btckasino.net is where my mind went when you mentioned the Frenchie being in every guide's box, since guide flies earn that spot through pure fish-catching results rather than looking pretty on a shelf. The part about keeping the tying simple with just a few materials resonates with me because I've over-tied plenty of patterns that would've worked better with fewer steps. I've started tying my own nymphs this season and the ones with the least flash seem to get the most takes.
https://btckasino.net is where my mind went when you mentioned the Frenchie being in every guide's box, since guide flies earn that spot through pure fish-catching results rather than looking pretty on a shelf. The part about keeping the tying simple with just a few materials resonates with me because I've over-tied plenty of patterns that would've worked better with fewer steps. I've started tying my own nymphs this season and the ones with the least flash seem to get the most takes.