(1) If you haven't tried Straggle String (Semperfli) yet I would recommend trying a spool or two. I was a little skeptical at first, but this stuff truly turns on the magic for caddis patterns- especially larva patterns. Simple, quick to tie and highly effective patterns. Numerous colors!
(2) Straggle String comprises of a color core and 2-strands of mylar. Both strands are transparent, but one strand matches the color of the core and the other is the purplish UV we've all come accustom to.
(3) The strands may be a little longer than necessary. Discreet trimming to length is acceptable
(4) Be creative. There area a lot opportunities to replace chenille with Straggle String.
Materials:
Hook: Fulling Mill Czech Nymph, sizes 10-16 (Size 14 pictured)
Bead: 11/0 Transparent Rainbow Topaz Toho glass. Standard brass or tungsten may be utilized in place of glass. I have wrapped tungsten thread for weight.
Thread: UTC 70. color to match body. Replace with color to match thorax.
Back: Thin Skin, clear/black dots
Body: (Pictured) Straggle String #SF7250 (Rhyacophilla Fl Green)
Thorax: (Pictured) Straggle String #2050 (Cooper Brown) A small amount of Awesome 'Possum dyed dark brown is added for "bugginess."
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