The Ultimate Chironomid

The Ultimate Chironomid

contributed by Greg Gordon

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Materials

HookTMC 2487 Size 8-16
HeadWhite Bead
BodyThread, Flashabou or?
RibRoot’s Elite Lace (clear) filled with vegetable oil and fine copper wire
ShoulderPeacock Herl

Notes

Greg Gordon recommends fishing this pattern as any chironomid, either naked or under an indicator. The fly is durable and can be tied in many colour combinations, including red Elite Lace, and black Flashabou body material has been particularly effective at Sawmill Lake.