Description: I developed the Electric Steelie Stone versions in the fall of 2009 for the Salmon River in NY and it was met with EXCELLENT results now and then. I am confident that this fly will perform equally well in any river system with a salmon and steelhead run.
In the Electric Steelie Stone - Beadhead version, I incorporate the translucent properties of the wire through clear, hollow stretch tubing wrapped over an underbody of tying thread or tinsel. It is the same technique I have incorporated with my all my Steelhead Stonefly nymphs. With the almost endless color combinations that make up many of today's Steelhead flies, this technique is a natural. I use a non-tarnishing RealFly Color™ Bead for extra weight and attractiveness. When tied in brighter colors, these stonefly nymphs "glow" under water.
TIER'S NOTE:
- Wing case color will match the "Wire Color" you select
- Thorax color will match the "Abdomen Color" you select
- IF you want either to be a different color that what you select, please indicate your preference in the "Customer Note" section during checkout.
What it imitates: Stonefly nymphs
When to fish it: During steelhead and salmon runs.
Where to fish it: Great Lakes Tributaries in the East and Midwest, river systems in the Pacific Northwest and Alaska.
How to fish it: Dead drifted either tightline or under an indicator
Approximate turnaround to complete this order: 14 days
MINIMUM ORDER FOR THIS FLY IS 1 UNIT - 1 UNIT CONSISTS OF 1/2 DOZEN FLIES