I like to fish midge patterns, particularly when at tailwaters or when I want to throw something that looks innocuous. I’ve written before that Midge Larvae are a big part of my fly boxes. They work well as part of an indicator or Euro-style rig. I also like them as part of a dry-dropper set-up
Category: Flies and fly tying
The Marlborough Fly Fishing Show
A couple weeks ago, I* made my way to the Marlborough Fly Fishing Show. It was awesome. But, unlike the boat, sport, and outdoors shows of my youth in middle America, this show had a much different feel. The word that comes to mind was concise, and it was such a good show, too. Like
A Personal Favorite: Stoneflies
I saw this great post from Team USA member Lance Egan. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lance Egan (@lanceeganflyfishing) As I’ve written before, stoneflies patterns really work. I really like the old reliable, the Pat’s Legs. They’re classic “guide flies”: easy-to-make, and they work. I use variegated chenille and make two
Never Bored
Well, as luck would have it, we have car trouble on a snowy day. The good news is that you’re never bored as a fly tyer. View this post on Instagram A post shared by BlogFlyFish.com (@blogflyfish) Hope you’re all safe and sound.