This GRHE CDC Variant is a fly that I use mostly in the first part of the season. I like it very much together with classic GRHE and nymphs tied with pheasant barbs. Usually when water is fast flowing I use a simple GRHE but when the level is low and I have to induce the attack of the fish jigging the flies I use this model. So if you like it just tie a few, not many, just 3 in size 14 and 3 in size 12 to test them. For me this pattern works very well and I’m very confident with it. I never go for fishing without it because is one of my top nymph for Spring time.
Bellow I fix The Troutline UV Ribbing Material. A trick is to fix at 2mm from but to leave space for hot spot.
I used my favorite Troutline Buggy Dubbing in natural grey to make the body. I don’t use tying wax because I prefer a more buggy aspect.
A few turns with ribbing material to provide extra visibility .
I make 2 or 3 turns with CDC in brown -grey color or natural tan color. All the time I fix the CDC feather from point and not from the base of the stem.
And my fly is ready. Just 2 or 3 turns under the tungsten bead and the fly will take the place in my fishing box
Now you can see bellow the fly on white background.
December 14, 2016
Great looking fly! What is your technique for applying dubbing? I notice you are able to create a well tapered body with under fur while the guard hairs create a spiky finish. Love these, cheers!