Favourite flies

This picture, taken by Colin Riach for our feature about fishing on Scotland’s remotest lochs (August issue) has had Fielders comparing favourite flies. “If I was forced to fish with just one fly it would be a size 18 Black Gnat,” shared one. “Black Peacock Spider, works well for me,” said another. “Montana has always served me well,” offered one more. Though not all claim such allegiance to one fly. “The one that works

on the day,” suggested one Fielder.