by Tim Flagler Cased caddis larvae are abundant in many rivers and  streams and are an excellent food source for trout of all persuasions. For an insect in its larval state that lives underwater and is attached to rocks on the stream bottom, they’re remarkable engineers, as they’re able to create protective houses using nothing more than fine adhesive filaments spit from their mouths, and leaves, sticks, and sediment collected from the stream bed. And yes, trout do eat them, case and all. The fly you see here, as simple as it is, does an incredible job o ..read more

by Tim Flagler Detailed instructions for building a tapered thread body as on a Zebra Midge. Building a Tapered Thread Body Detailed instructions for building a tapered thread body as on a Zebra Midge. Subscribe to all our videos: https://www.youtube.com/user/tightlinevideo Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Tightline-Productions-313234707736/ Visit our website: https://www.tightlinevideo.com #flyfishing #orvis #flytying The post Building a Tapered Thread Body appeared first on Fly Tyer ..read more

by Barry Clark This little comparadun midge is the “bees knees” when it comes to simplicity and presentation. It sits low in the surface and can be tied in whatever colour you require. Use a hackle that is a little larger than standard for the hook size, this makes it more visible at distance. Fly Tying the No See Um midge fly with Barry Ord Clarke Probably the quickest fly that you will ever tie! This little comparadun midge is the ‘bees knees’ when it comes to simplicity and presentation. It sits low in the surface and can be tied in whatever colour you require. Use a hackle that is a littl ..read more

The Henryville Special is a caddisfly imitation created in the ’30s by Hiram Propst for use on the Henryville section of Broad Creek in the  Pocono Mountains of eastern Pennsylvania. Henryville Special No Description Materials: Hook: 1X-long dry-fly hook (e.g. Dai-Riki #300), size 14.          Thread: 6/0 or 70 Denier, black.      Abdomen hackle: Grizzly.        Abdomen: Superfine dry-fly dubbing, olive.        Underwing: Wood-duck flank feather fibers.      &nbs ..read more

by Tim Flagler I call this fly the SR2 because its primary ingredient is stretch round rib from Wapsi. It’s quick and easy to tie and can be done in a variety of colors and works exceptionally well. SR2 Nymph No Description    SR2 Nymph           Hook: 3X-heavy grub hook (here, a Fulling Mill FM5115), sizes 12-18.           Bead: Black tungsten bead, 3/32″.           Thread: Black, 8/0 or 70-denier.           Tails: Chocolate-brown pheasa ..read more

by J. Stockard Fly Fishing Thread is one of the most fundamental of fly tying materials, and today there are dozens of fly tying threads available in a wide variety of materials, sizes and strengths. J. Stockard Fly Fishing carries an extensive selection of fly tying threads and they know that choosing the right one can be difficult with so many to choose from. That’s why J. Stockard has created a handy Fly Tying Thread Comparison Chart to help you choose the thread that’s right for you! Read on to understand more about the different characteristics of various fly tying threads and how to know ..read more

by Tim Flagler Jeff Blood’s Blood Dot Egg has become nearly synonymous with Great Lakes steelhead and brown trout fishing. Developed by Jeff in the early 1980’s, it’s often used in combination with another one of Jeff’s fabulous patterns, the White Death. The White Death is really just a super simple white Zonker that does a remarkable job of imitating Emerald Shiners, which are particularly abundant in the Great Lakes. Here, however, let’s talk about just the Blood Dot Egg. Although fairly easy to tie, there are some tricks that will help you to produce consistent-looking Blood Dots over a ra ..read more

by Tim Flagler Detailed instructions for tying Jeff Blood’s White Death, a well known Great Lakes steelhead pattern. It’s for all intents and purposes nothing more than an easy-to-tie Zonker. Here, I’ve taken some liberties with Mr. Blood’s materials and tying sequence but the overall fly is pretty much the same. Jeff Blood’s White Death Detailed instructions for tying Jeff Blood’s White Death. Recipe: Hook: 2X-heavy, 4X-long streamer hook (here, a Mustad 9672), sizes 8-12. Thread 1: Red, 6/0 or 140-denier. Body: Silver Sparkle Braid or Mylar tubing. Thread 2: Black, 6/0 or 140-denier. Back/T ..read more

Dressing a fly in the right underwear makes all the difference… by Russ Forney A see-through body material that does not hide the intricate patterns of color and light of a vivd underbody can enhance the visual complexity of a fly and increase its ability to deceive fish. How can you craft such an irresistible illusion? Enhancing the appeal of a fly requires planning ahead and arranging the materials to produce the desired effect. Your flies might already have a greater degree of visual depth and complexity than you realize. Coarse dubbing catches micro-sized air bubbles, adding a splotch ..read more

by Pat Dorsey Join Signature Tyer Pat Dorsey as he ties and talks about the Mercury Baetis. How to tie the Mercury Baetis with Umpqua Signature tyer Pat Dorsey Join Signature Tyer Pat Dorsey as he ties and talks about the Mercury Baetis The post Mercury Baetis appeared first on Fly Tyer ..read more