Blue Eel

05 Oct 2014

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Design: Capt JD Photo: Capt JD

Recreate fly patterns at home! Materials used in making this fly have been included below. Always keep in mind your local fly-fishing store will most likely have the materials referenced, and typically for less. Materials can also be found at Amazon or any other major on-line resource.

Fly-Tying Materials

Mustad 34007SS (#4)
UTC 210, white
Brass Eyes, medium, nickel
Krystal Flash, rainbow/ pearl (mostly blue)
Krystal Flash, black/ pearl
Krystal Flash, UV herring back
Sparkle Braid, pearl (Sharpie light blue highlights on nose)
EP Fibers, bucktail white
Ande 40 lb monofilament (weed guard)

Design Inspiration & Detail

This fly was a bit of an experiment really. Super easy to tie. Both the Needlefish and eel are constructed the same and only differ by color, green and blue respectively. Adding green or blue pearl crystal flash really brings the fly alive. I also accent the EP Fibers with a green or blue Sharpie as well. Be creative and change up colors. Options for upgrading the pattern are endless.