Today, I want to introduce you to a very special nymph that I recently tied, part of the renowned Edy Dona's series of flies. This particular pattern is based on the classic pheasant tail nymph and is one of the iconic designs that have played a significant role in Edy Dona's numerous championship victories, including ...
Persistence Pays Off: A Tale of Two Days on the River The sun, barely awake, peeked over the lush Carpathian peaks, casting long shadows across the pristine waters of a Transylvanian river. The air, crisp and cool, carried the sweet melody of awakening birdsong. Mist clung stubbornly to the forest canopy, clinging to the ancient trees ...
Here’s a video demonstrating how easy it is to tie a size 18-22 parachute emerger. The quality of the materials is crucial: using ultra-thin thread and high-quality CDC feathers makes a big difference. The Sumo 10DEN thread is perfect for this task, and when combined with Perdigon Body thread and Perdigon UV tinsel, you can ...
If you notice fish feeding on the surface but can’t quite determine what they’re eating, it’s likely they’re targeting small flies. Here’s a fly pattern that has provided me with unforgettable experiences. Due to its tiny size (#20-22-24) and the fact that it’s nearly impossible to spot on the water, I pair it with a ...
This fly is incredibly easy to tie and, in my opinion, serves as an excellent alternative to the pheasant tail nymph. I particularly love how the biot provides beautiful segmentation for the bodies and allows for creative use of dyes to achieve a wide range of colors. Moreover, these flies are exceptionally durable because biot ...
CDC emergers are a must-have in any fly fishermen arsenal due to their realistic appearance, excellent buoyancy, and versatility in mimicking emerging insects. I like to use curved hooks more often than straight hooks. Curved hooks provide a more natural and lifelike profile, which is especially important for emergers that need to imitate the shape ...
Sometimes, simplicity is all you need. This version of the Free Living Caddis, known as the Rhyacophila Caddis, is tied to be simple and effective. It is a great fly that consistently catches fish and, from a tying perspective, is an excellent pattern to start tying your first nymphs. The key characteristic of this fly lies ...
Here is an effective Free Living Caddis nymph, tied to sink quickly and catch trout everywhere. There are plenty of versions in everyone’s boxes, but with this one, you can't go wrong. This version is tied with hot spot in orange color and the thorax is made of mixed dubbing ( natural fur with synthetic ...
In the high mountains of Transylvania, the grayling begin to feed with a frenzied intensity. Emerging from a long winter, they are eager to replenish their energy reserves. Here is a wet fly pattern—an emerger or whatever you prefer to call it—that works exceptionally well in these conditions. Materials: Hook: Daiichi 1310 #14 ( pinch the barb ...
Dudu is a renowned Spanish fisherman and an exceptional fly tier, known for his incredible craftsmanship. His Perdigon nymphs are truly remarkable; I've never seen such high-quality and consistent flies. As a huge fan of his work, I greatly admire his tying skills. Honestly, I haven't come across Perdigons as impressive as his. I'm thrilled that ...
