Fishing midge pupa patterns is a basic standard on stillwaters, at some point during a trout's day they will be feeding on them near the bottom or foraging for them on top. Tying midge pupas is a simple tie. There are some key characteristics that a good pattern should have. Size, profile, and neon lights. Your pattern should be simple, and slim. When it comes to color I have found that black, rust, brown, and dark olive to be the most effective. I have been using clear beads with different colors underneath them since the mid 90's when I came out with my bubble head baetis fly. I wrapped fine gold wire under the clear bead with amazing results. My midge pupa patterns are no different but instead of gold wire I chose white glow in the dark thread. When fished deep the head on this midge glows and brings in hungry fish like a magnet. Midging does not have to be a pain in the ass, keep it simple and stay focused on every presentation.
RECIPE:
-2x strong pupa hook #14-22.
-Clear bead with Uni Glow thread underneath.
-Thread: black, brown, rust, and dark olive 0/8 thread or color to match natural.
-Tail: Uni Glow thread, sparse.
-Body: Thread.
-Ribbing: Large gold wire.
-Wing: 3D Rainbow flash.
*When done coat the entire fly with "hard as nails" for a shiny and durable finish.
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