Fly Tying

Here’s a video showing how a mayfly nymph using Mojo Yarn.

Of course, this is a classic fly that can be tied with various materials. In this video, I demonstrate how I use Mojo Yarn for the body of this pattern.

Materials:

• Hook: Demmon 603 #14-16
• Thread: Sumo 50DEN
• Weight: Tungsten wire
• Body: Mojo Yarn in any color you like
• Tail: Partridge
• Back: Body Thread in dark olive or brown
• Thorax: Argentinian guard fur
• Legs: Partridge

Tying Tips:

• Avoid overloading the hook with too much lead or tungsten wire. The fly should move naturally in the water, sinking slowly and drifting easily with the currents.
• Keep the body slim. The insects you’re imitating are fine and delicate, so a thinner body is more realistic.
• Use an appropriate thread for the underbody. Avoid black thread, as it can negatively affect the appearance once wet. While a dry fly might look perfect when tied, a black underbody can give it an ineffective shade when submerged.