CDC Biot Emerger Mahogany
The CDC Biot Emerger is a workhorse-style pattern that is highly versatile throughout the duration of the hatch. It represents a mid, to late stage emerger and is a fantastic alternative to fishing adult duns.
Fly Pattern Details
The CDC Biot Emerger is probably one of our most versatile patterns we use throughout the Mahogany hatch. It represents a key vulnerability phase of the mayfly lifecycle and fishes well when trout are selective on emerging insects.
The Tying Recipe
- Hook: Daiichi 1180 or Tiemco 100/100BL (size 14-16)
- Thread: Rusty or Mahogany 8/0 UNI-Thread (or Veevus 10/0)
- Tail: 4-6 Lemon Wood Duck Fibers
- Abdomen: Nature's Spirit Stripped Goose Biots (Dark Olive)
- Thorax: Nature's Spirit Fine Natural Dubbing (Rusty or Mahogany)
- Wing: Natural Dark Dun CDC
- Collar: 6-8 Dark Olive Turkey Flat Fibers
Preferred tying tools
Every tier has preferences when it comes to the bench. I try to tie as simply and efficiently as possible. These are some of the must-have tools I use to design our unique guide patterns:
Fishing Accessories
Set yourself up for success when fishing these styles of patterns. When fishing technical waters, I find that having the right tools is necessary and makes for a better overall experience.
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