I recently posted about how I was having problems tying smaller flyes on my leaders.� Obviously I am not the only one with eyes that are not what they use to be.��I checked out several of the suggestions.� A magnetic threader from Orvis, the cf system and needle threaders from the fabric store.� The needle threaders form the fabic store were the best value at about $3.00.�� The magnetic threader from Orvis was the easiest to use up to about a size 18.� My opinion is the cf system is the best.� I feel confident that I can now change flies when I want.
Dr. Slick has a couple of threaders out, one of the (the JR) is made for small flies. I have never used them, but talking to people who have, they work pretty well.
Bifocals, ha!� What about those of us in the trifocal group?� I have always used the C&F Designs threaders which come in three sizes, standard, midge, and ultramidge.� I find that they clip onto the plastic D-rings on the front of my vest for easy access and they work very well.
