Saturday, November 21, 2015

Alpine Emerger


Alpine Emerger

Hook - Mustad S80-3906, S82-3906B, size 16-18
Thread - Gray
Tail - Dyed blue dun barred mallard fibers tied sparse
Body - Dubbed blue dun synthetic
Legs - Same as tail fibers

Reference: Popular Fly Patterns by Terry Hellekson

With a lifetimes supply of teal feathers, 
I substituted these of what's called for in the original recipe

Monday, November 9, 2015

Body Glass Caddis


Body Glass Caddis

Hook - Straight or curved
Thread - Black
Ribbing - Copper wire
Body - Olive body glass or equivalent*
Thorax - Peacock herl
Legs - Optional

*Equivalent = V rib, d rib, liqui lace, larva lace, swannundaze (if you still have it) etc.

Sunday, November 1, 2015

Careless Coachman



Careless Coachman

Hook - Mustad 3665A
Thread - Fluorescent red
Tail -
 Golden pheasant tippet
Butt -
 Peacock herl
Body -
 Red floss or uni stretch
Rib -
 Flat silver tinsel, wound closer than usual
Wing -
 Brown calf tail

How to adjust your bobbin holder