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Leons "Pink Caddis Nymph"
Originated and Tied by Guthrie Fly

 

Name	Leons "Pink Caddis Nymph"
Category	Salmon / Steelhead / All Trout Species
Hook	Kamasan B830 Trout Classic Lure Long. Size 10
Body	Uni-Thread 6/0 Black. Tie on few fibers of White Body Antron for tail, and change to pink Fluorescent Floss way up the hook shank and back down to the hook bend. Now tie on Veniard ULTRA LACE (Clear) at hook bend and wind forward way up the hook shank and tie off. Change thread back to Black. Now tie on Peacock Herl and wind to form thorax, and use black thread to form a small even head.
Comments	Simple, yet effective pattern for River and Stillwater Fishing
Fishing Tips	Variable retrieves, slow figure of eight or fairly fast retrieves have brought in good specimens

This pattern was originated and tied by Leon Guthrie of Galashiels, Scotland. You can see more of his originals at The Flies of Leon Guthrie.