Whiting Farms American Rooster Saddle is the perfect rooster saddle for tying flies for large saltwater species, steelhead, and other big fish. These feathers, from the lumbar region of the rooster, are particularly long and well tapered, making them ideal for creating impressive tails on large fly patterns. The fibers of these feathers are stiffer than those of schlappen, also enabling their use as hackle collars. Suitable for hook sizes 6 to 10, these feathers offer the robustness needed to withstand the rigors of big game fishing while retaining an attractive action in the water.