Just got my order of slim rib (all 5 colors) and immediately tied some of these. Yes, the slim rib is legit. Really helps maintain the slim profile, which I struggled to do with other flexible ribbing material. Gracias!!
6.0 -thin coat of Sally Hansens hard as nails on the body/ribbing. This fly takes some abuse and the ribbing can come undone when you need to use forceps. Hansens adds a super-thin finish and adds to its longevity. I also recommend fishing it barbless for this reason as well, AHREX FW531 for a hook. In winter I love this fly in purple
Yep, a coating couldn’t hurt. I’ve used both ways and as long as you don’t use forceps on the fly, you should be good. And that hook is a good one to use. Very sharp and strong. It won’t bend out either. Thanks for watching and commenting.
Juan Ramirez I re-watched and you did say #20, I just missed it, sorry! I have tied a couple dozen of these, but all I can find is UTC midge rib- doesn’t seem to be quit the same. Where do I get your rib?
It’s dependent on what you want. I’d say I tie some with longer tails and some with shorter tails. It really depends on what you are trying to imitate. So, it’s up to you!!!
