I like the cdc underwing. You should try a dubbing loop and add the cdc to your dubbing. Cdc traps air bubbles and might be worth a try in the body as well.
Hi Jeff, I'm an ambassador for Semperfli threads because they are the best in the world. If you need a specific thread recommendation from them, shoot me an email and tell me about the flies you tie: tcammisa@gmail.com Thanks! Tim
You can also just tie in a cdc feather by the tip at the bend of the hook and wrap the cdc up to the thorax area while stroking back the longer fibers. This will simultaneously dub your fly AND give it underwings and legs, and it will save time making the two minute time more feasible. Cool fly! Basically a cdc elk hair caddis with a tail.
Great idea with the cdc, Scott; thanks for sharing! The tailing fibers represent the trailing shuck, which definitely help to separate this fly from others. Thanks again...TC
You're correct, caddis don't have tails. Did you see the first minute of this video? There is an explanation for the "shuck," which I believe you are calling the tail. That material is used to represent the emerging caddis (versus the adult that you may be used to tying)...thanks for checking!
Thanks for the comments, Matt; I've had a lot of luck with that underwing, possibly bc those fibers can appear to represent caddis legs. Have you already tried cdc in a dubbing loop for a similar pattern? Do you trim the lengthy fibers after applying the loop?
Hi Thomas, thanks for checking! After tying flies, I place them in High N Dry overnight: amzn.to/3Cv8dp3 On the water, I prefer a powder floatant (tend to use gel for foam). Here's some current powder choices I love: www.tacticalflyfisher.com/flotants-sinkants/?aff=2 I hope all is well! Tim
Tim, This pattern is just great during a caddis hatch.. We see the olive first up here in NE Pa and adding the shuck just increases fish to eat it...Thank You for the tutorial..
Ken Martin You're welcome, Ken; this pattern works so well throughout the entire "caddis year" for me. I appreciate you taking time to comment, and hope you are getting ready for the hatches to begin! Tim
Have already broken the 2015 dry fly ice...Some midge and little black stone flies that the fish were eating. Also had a good hatch of Psuedocloeon Blue Winged Olives between size 24- 26 but the fish were not eating them....Just as well...Too damned small for me to fish
Its been rough here too... Winter Midge in Jan and Feb I was doing okay... I love fishing Midge patterns...March was dead... No early stones...Not even consistent Midge hatches... Last few days it is looking up... Thanks Again for all of your help Tim I really appreciate it.. If you ever want to fish the Lackawanna River...Let me know...ugsisr@gmail
Ha ha...well the five-minute video is to show the proper techniques so you're able to tie the pattern in two minutes. ;-) Thanks for checking! Tim www.troutandfeather.com
