tying ?

[flymaker2]

Sometimes I just bond the thread to the hook with a mini-drop of Super Glue and trim the tag close to the spot bond.

[Royal Wulff]

What JC said. That way each successive wrap lays up against the previous wrap tight and snug with never a gap.

Later, RW

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"We fish for pleasure; I for mine, you for yours." -James Leisenring on fishing the wet fly-

[OkieBass133]

I'll second just about anything said above, and usually use the tag to lay a smooth foundation. But, depending on the thread and hook size, I can get started in two wraps if I have to (three for big hooks or slicker thread). Bulk isn't necessarily bad. Bulk you can't control is bad.