55 on the fly

Craig Mathews at Blue Ribbon Flies has come up with a nice winter time midge emerger.   See him tie it here:   http://www.blue-ribbon-flies.com/how-to/soft_hackle_midge_emerger/ Inspired  by Craig, I got some "combo thread" from BRF and tied the #18's shown here... Simple to tie and just as effective I'm sure.  I hope to put this new fly to the test next week here in NY...   My materials list: Hook: 18-20 std. wet fly Thread: BRF - Combo thread 6/0 black/red for body  Tail: zelon amber or grey Thorax: black zelon or rabbit dubbing Wing: Ruff Grouse “V” tied soft-hackle style with wraps walking the fibers around the shaft.  I like my soft-hackle a little longer than Craig... tie 'em as you like 'em.