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EASY YARN EGG FLY |
HOOK:
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Daiichi 2450 #10
Gudebrod GX2
McFly Foam
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A simple and very effective pattern for Trout, Steelhead, and Salmon. If you took a survey of patterns used for anadromous species this fly would rank either at the top or within the top 3. It can be tied in a variety of colors and using a variety of materials. Use whenever there are spawning fish in the system. Can be used successfully all year.
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Step By Step:
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Start by wrapping a very secure thread base, ending in the center of the hook shank.
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Cut a one inch piece of material and place lengthwise on hook shank.
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While holding the material around the shank, tie two loose wraps, on the third tighten up and snug down. A couple more wraps will finish it off. Thread wraps should only be in the center, and on top of each other.
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Pull material back, a couple more thread wraps, then whip finish head. Cement if you'd like.
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Time to test out your thread wraps... Pull material up tightly. Notice the bending of the hook.
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While holding material up, cut to size. Closer to the hook, smaller fly, further away, larger fly.
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It should come out like this. Trim if needed.
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Additional Tips/Photos:
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- McFly Foam works the best for perfectly round eggs. It's got enough stretch that when you cut it, it will generally spring back round.
- When you first start tying eggs, cut your pieces longer than necessary. It makes it easier to pull them and trim. As you get better, go shorter.
- Amount of yarn or foam will vary with type used.
- If you keep getting longer ends after cutting, twist the material while pulling up, then cut.
- For a "blood dot" or embryo, add a small piece (same length) of contrasting colored yarn or foam in when you place the material on the hook, or you can cheat and use a permanent magic marker!
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Tied By: Eric Zadorecky.
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