Fly tying odors

[RipRap]

Just wondering if any of you have given any thought to the effect of head cement, chemically treated furs and possibly, the odors from synthetics used in flies (I'm talking subsurface here) and the negative effects it may have on fish, especially for stillwater fishing. I know I've heard some say they don't use head cement for that reason, and I don't use it either. For me, I just can't believe globs of cement and super glue that may make a fly more durable can have a positive effect on the fish. In addition, the chemicals used in the treatment of furs, and the storage of them, can't be any better. I'm just looking for different views and even if anyone has done any research on this.
I know from bass fishing back East for years, masking scents ( I don't like the word "fish attractant") made a difference in the catch rate for me from the notes I still have. So, even if this offends some traditionalists out there, I'm going to ask it anyway. Any one ever use scents (and be willing to admit it) on, lets say streamers, for stillwater?

Again, I'm just looking for some different views, I'm not trying to start a fight.
:)
RR

[joshuahodges]

Ill admit it I used scented flies to catch cat fish in california and caught 30 times more fish that way.

[steelhead]

i once thought this myself so now i make it a point to rub my nymph in moss from the bottom of the riverbed before i fish them..

[Grizz]

There is absolutely nothing wrong with replacing dubbing wax with coagulated tuna oil, absolutely nothing at all.

The fromunda bugger comes naturally scented & works like a charm.

peace

[Flyin' Brian]

to eat fried chicken before I tie.
It not only imparts a delicious aroma to the fly,
it makes dubbing easier to work!

[lewie]

I've heard that charter boat skippers won't let their clients take bananas onto their boats because of their repellent qualities. Any truth to that, and is it a detriment to freshwater fishing?

[PowerBaitHeppy]

wouldn't adding odors to your flies make them illegal to use on certian special regulation waters?

[fulano]

I assumed this post was about someone that tied flies with Cheech and was going to complain about the odors. I get it now.

[skighhigh]

I've heard that charter boat skippers won't let their clients take bananas onto their boats because of their repellent qualities. Any truth to that, and is it a detriment to freshwater fishing?


I know that if you eat a banana before going out it makes you ten times more susceptable to mosquitos!

[Jason]

Bucktail is about the smelliest tying material you can use nowadays, but man, it sure doesn't detract from catching fish....ever fished a clouser? Maybe it attracts fish....I don't know. I don't think the scent from tying materials really effects the fishing in my opinion. It's a moot point when considering the techniques of fly fishing....it's all about the presentation.