Thursday, November 17, 2011

The Pumpkin Head Midge Video

Here it is, the Pumpkin Head Midge.  At least that is what I call it, for obvious reasons.  It's just a version of the hot spot nymph, which for the record, we did not invent.

The Pumpkin head midge is a very effective fly that works quite well now, and in the winter months.  It will also take fish the rest of the year as well, so don't leave home without it.  I use pheasant tail for the tail and abdomen, and a bump of white/clear zelon or antron for a wing bud, or whatever - I just like the contrast it gives the fly.  And the peacock herl thorax speaks for itself, or I should say the trout have spoken in favor of it since it was first used to decorate womens hats back in the day.


Again, kudos to Tim and Joan Flagler of Tightline Productions for their extra effort in producing another great quality video in record time. We hope you enjoy it.

Stop by our tying table at the International Fly Tying Symposium this weekend if want a tutorial on this or any other fly for that matter.

7 comments:

Brk Trt said...

Great video on what looks to be a good fly.

Dustin's Fly Box said...

That was awesome!! Seeing that upclose while being tied is something that few can capture!

Anonymous said...

Great looking bug!

Mr. Q said...

Once again, nicely done, now I have another fly for my already overcrowded box....thanks

Hacklebarney Jimmy said...

Those colored beads arent that easy to find. Where did you get yours?

Mr. Q said...

I guess I owe you a scotch!!!! Silly me to doubt you.

Κωστής said...

Looking forward to test it on the river !