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!!!
Some of the best tying videos out there, especially if you tie for techy tailwaters.
Thank you. Yeah, I am a bit of a tailwater nerd and I know what they eat on those rivers. All I do is try to replicate what I see.
@@HopperJuan Same. I spend a lot of time on the South Platte during winter.... When in doubt, go smaller!
Thanks for the demo today, enjoyed it. I knocked out half dozen tonight..BUGGY...and digging the slim rib too! Cheers
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!!
Hell of a pattern Juan!
Thanks!!! I like to think so myself!!!
You do a great job on your videos. Very informative with great details. Keep up the good work!
Very nice, Juan
Thanks for sharing Juan!
Awesome fly. Can’t wait to tie this up for Utah tail waters.
Do you ever put a bead on these?
I do, but I place them in the thorax area. See the video on the Tungsten Slim Shady.
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What a great looking fly - I’ll definitely be adding it to my arsenal.
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.
Excellent.
Thats eminem?!
I didn’t catch what size hook you are using? By the way, I really enjoy all your videos and like your tying style- thin and clean!
Rich Plecker , I tie them in size 18-22. This is a size 20. Thanks for the kind words.
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?
Rich Plecker , send me an email. I have the Slim Rib used for this fly. Juan@anglerscovey.com
how long would you say the tails are? body length or longer?
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!!!
@@HopperJuan thank you, much appreciated