Davis James joins us at the vise this week to show us how to tie another killer nymph pattern. Last week, we went old school with Griffith’s Gnat. This week, we’re diving into the innovative world of euro nymphing with Egan’s Thread Frenchie.
Umpqua Signature Tyer Lance Egan took his inspiration for this pattern from the Frenchie style of flies, which have gained popularity among euro nymphing fanatics. Egan’s original Frenchie is a deadly fly. But in an effort to create a pattern that would be more durable and equally effective, along came the Thread Frenchie.
Tied on a jig hook and with a sleek profile, this fly sinks fast and fish love it. Think of it as a streamlined Pheasant Tail that’s quicker to tie and much more durable.
Take a look as Davis shows us how to tie Egan’s Thread Frenchie:
Egan's Thread Frenchie Fly Recipe:
Hook: Hanak 400BL - Sizes 12-16
Thread: Ultra Thread 70 Denier - Grey Brown (OG Pattern Olive)
Bead: Slotted Tungsten Bead 2.8mm to 3.2mm - Black (OG Pattern Silver)
Segmentation: Ultra Wire - Brassie - Black (OG Pattern Sculpin Olive)
Tail: Whiting Coq De Leon Tailing Fibers - Black (OG Pattern Pardo)
Thorax: Ice Dub - Midnight Haze (OG Pattern UV Pink)
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