Tying the Simple Mayfly Nymph - Dressed Irons

Step by Step showing you how to tie a Simple Mayfly Nymph.

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Hook:       Mustad 3906b, #8
Thread:     Danville 70 Denier, Black
Tail:       Hungarian Partridge
Rib:        Small Vinyl rib, black
Abdomen:    Life Cycle Dubbing, Black
Wing case:  Swiss Straw, Black
Thorax:     Life Cycle Dubbing, Black
Legs:       Hungarian Partridge
Eyes:       Bead-Chain eyes, small, black
Weight:     Lead Wire, .020 (optional)




The Simple Mayfly Nymph is a quick and easy nymph to tie that works well because it resembles many different mayfly species.  -- Enjoy




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