Scotguard

[Bowtech]

does anyone spray their dry flies with Scotguard which is a water repelant used on fabric? I have heard you can treat your flies with it.

[Loupe]

Never used Scotchguard, but I would assume it would work ok. You might want to give Water Shed a try...it's a good product. I think Hareline makes it. Just apply a drop after tying, then be sure and wait 24 hours before fishing it.

[Silver Creek]

The old green can Scotch Guard worked. You spray it into a small bottle with a tight screw cap. Then you can dip the flies into the liquid. Do not spray the flies. I've never used the reformulated red can Scotch Guard.

Silcone Water Guard is also said to work but I have no personal experience. It is 13% silicone and available at Walmart.

http://www.atsko.com/products/waterp...ter-guard.html

[Walter1023]

I pre-treat all my dry flies with Scotchguard - or actually the walmart alternative termed "Heavy Duty Water Repellent". I spray the liquid into a small container (like the little plastic fly holders you get at any flyshop). Using tweezers I simply dunk a fly once into the liquid - and then place it on a paper towel to dry out overnight (24 hours). I never actually use the dry fly gel in my vest anymore. The floatability period really increases in my opinion....and as always - I still use dessicant if needed.