This chronomid only hatches during the spring and fall, according to legendary guide and fish magnet, Andy Kim. But it doesn’t have to be the prevalent insect in the water for trout to take your fly resembling it, as “sometimes big fish look for big meals,” says Andy. The fly is killing it on our local waters and has become my daughter’s favorite fly, not only to tie but to fish. You can buy the fibers from Andy to tie yourself, or better yet, just buy the flies from Andy at
http://www.fly-fish.com/ because for only $3 each, you can’t go wrong. And, take a lesson while you at it with Andy, because there is lot more to his success than simply copying his fly recipes. His method and skills are worth the costs of going back to him again and again, as you always pick up a little more each time, even for this seasoned angler.
Tiemco 200R, size 18 and 20. Use red 8/0 thread and make about 4-5 wraps at the eye of the hook, after twisting bobbin counterclockwise about 20 times to make it lie flat on the hook. Tie in a Blondie AK Fiber on the near side of the hook and wrap to the bend. Wrap thread forward in ribs, spacing one wrap for every two thread wraps on the way back, so as to not make the fly body too thick. Stop at halfway point of fly and half hitch the thread. Wrap Blondie AK Fiber forward to halfway point and tie off with 2-3 wraps and cut off fiber. Twist red thread clockwise to make it a little thicker rope and wrap forward with red thread to eye of hook. Whip finish and head cement entire red thread portion. Veniard’s head cement is thin and perfect for this application (as well as any small flies). Let dry, so remains shining before touching the wet thread.
