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Woven Stonefly

 
tied by wickedcarpenter
Fly Type: Nymphs,
Target Species: Steelhead,
Recommended Region: Northeast US,
Imitation: Stone Flies,
Material List*:
Hook- Cabelas Model 21, Size 12.
Tail- Black Goose Biots tied in a V.
Abdomen- 30lb.Fireline and 12lb.Fluorecent mono overhand weaved.
Thorax -pale yellow Hairline Dubbing.
Wings- Black Ribbon (present wrapping)folded and cut to shape.
Leggs- Black Deer hair.
Antenna-2 strands of Black Crystal Flash.

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Tying Instructions: Bead on first.
Lay thread base from bead to bend of hook.
Tie in 2 Biots for tail in V shape.
Tie in both the Fireline and Mono from just behind bead on sides of shank,then back to the tail.The darker color mono or thread will be tied on near side of hook for Overhand weaving.
Cement thread covering mono.
Overhand weave mono 3/4 of body.
Apply small amount of dubbing and tie in Ribbon for wing case,Dub again and repeat with 2nd section of wing.
Tie in stacked Deer hair for legs on both sides.
Add another small amount of dubbing then tie in last wing case.
Add antenna of choice and whip finish.

Presentation Tips: Dead Drifted.