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Woven Swimming Caddis larva

 
tied by steeldrifter
Fly Type: Nymphs,
Target Species: Trout,
Recommended Region: Northeast US,
Imitation: Caddis Flies,
Material List*:
#14 Swimming nymph hook
Green UNI 8/0 thread
Tan UNI 8/0 thread
Light green Larva Lace
Tan hackle barbs
Tan dubbing

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Tying Instructions: -Wrap length of hook with dark green thread (this will show through the larva lace)

-Tie in two pc's of light green larva lace at sides of hook (rear of fly)

-weave body to the head

-tie off and tie in tan thread. Then tie in a few tan hackle barbs on underside of fly

-dub a small head of tan dubbing and whip finish

Presentation Tips: dead drift in rocky runs