Foam Beetle
Fly Name | |
Hook | 10-16 |
Thread | black |
Wings | none |
Tails | none |
Body | tube foam |
Hackle | elastic legs |
Wrap thread onto the hook shank from about 1mm behind the eye to the start of the hook bend.
Cut foam tubing in half lengthwise. Attach at rear of hook shank with 2 loose wraps. Reposition tubing so cut section will be on top of the hook shank when folded over. Secure with 5 tight wraps.
Fold tubing over the top of the hook and secure where shown with 5 tight wraps.
Tie in elastic legs in the same manner. That is attach first with 2 loose wraps and while holding them in place secure them with 5 tight wraps.
Whip finish head with 4 to 8 turns. Pull tag end firmly and cut off excess thread. Place a drop of head cement on knot.
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