This fly is a blend of some of my favorite fly tying materials and design elements: pheasant tail, CDC soft hackles, and Semperfli Dirty Bug Yarn. The color combination shown is just one of many possibilities. I’ve found success using this particular setup as the lead or attractor fly in a multi-nymph rig. However, don’t hesitate to tie it in more natural, subtle shades for use as a swung wet fly. While I wish you success with this pattern, I also hope it inspires you to experiment with Semperfli Dirty Bug Yarn in a wide range of applications. It’s perfect for patterns like Walt’s Worms, Peeping Caddis, Hare’s Ears, or any fly requiring a well-dubbed body. With its ease of use, wide color variety, durability, and visual appeal, Semperfli Dirty Bug Yarn is a dream for any fly tyer looking for simplicity and effectiveness.
Ingredients, Tools & Recipe
- Hook – Tiemco TMC 113BHL(Size: 10)
- Thread – UTC 70 Denier (70D Red)
- Bead – Firehole Speckled Tungsten (3.5mm Midnight Red)
- Tail / Backing – Hareline Ringneck Pheasant Tail Feathers (Red)
- Ribbing – Semperfli Tying Wire (0.2mm Red)
- Resin – Solarez Fly Tie Hard Formula (Thick)
- UV Light – Loon Outdoors UV Infiniti Light
