Gardenfish and pheasanttail65 are now in the swap. I was going to close sign-ups today, but I will leave it open to see if we can fill it up.
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Hey Lonnie,
You say that antelope hair is brittle. Ever try soaking it in water first? That would soften it up. I haven’t used the stuff myself, only deer and elk hair. If it were me I would bag the antennae, they are just for show any way.
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We’ve got 9, any more takers???
Hi, Im in Canada and i can not send a US stamp for the return back. I am wondering if i can just send you some extra flies for you to pay for my postage home? I can send some money for the return home instead if you want.
ian
ontariosteelheader,
Let me check with the post office here. I’ll get back to you…
What the heck, just send me a few extra flies. No worries!
Bill
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Last call for any new sign-ups… Sign-ups will close on 12/12.
Thanks
Count me in – crackleback and pheasant tail midge.
I know I might be a little late but I was wondering if I could still get in on this swap. It does’nt look like it ever filled up. Let me know! Scott
Mickmcco and salovin are in the swap. Sign-ups are now closed. I will be sending private emails to all the swappers.
Swap update:
Adam A. has joined the swap. The total number of swappers is now 12. Please send 11 dries and 11 droppers.
My flies are now done. I am anxiously waiting for more arrivals. Happy tying all!
beeber
Shipping mine out today
Dry- Japanese Beetle
Hook- Eagle Claw D063F size 12
Underbody- 1/8 inch wide strip of 1/16 inch thick foam tied on each side of shank to build up a flat body
Thread-Uni-Thread black 6/0
Body- 3 strands of peacock herl
Legs- 3 sections of peacock herl spaced along body and figure eighted on bottom
Back- Deer hair dyed brown- about 65 strands per fly- count one out to get general size for #14 hook. For each size drop in hook cut out about 8 strands
Herl and Hackle
Hook- Partridge E1A standard dry fly- #16
Thread- Uni-Thread 8/0 black
Body- 2 strands peacock herl
Hackle- Grouse hackle from top of neck
Dry Fly Guy
My flies will go with tomorrows mail.
Wet
OK, I will keep a look-out for arrivals.
Robber Fly
Hook: Mustad 94840 #12
Thread: tan
Body: orange foam tied separately on a needle, peacock herl to cover tie-in point
Rib: tan thread
Wing: coastal deer hair
Hackle: grizzly
Zebra Midge
Hook: size 18
Thread: black
Body: black thread with silver wire ribbing
Hi All,
I’ve been AWOL from the forum lately and just wanted to give you guys an update. I’ve chugging along about 1/2-2/3 of the way through. I’m in 2 other swaps on others sites so I’ve really be behind the 8 ball. I’m on target be done on time.
As I said when I signed up, I love nightime caddis fishing in the summer. If you’ve never seen a western caddis “hatch” on a late summer evening, there’s almost nothing like it. Anyway, I’m tying two patterns that I’ve used with great success here in Utah. They are only the tip of the iceburg when it comes to my caddis collection…
I’m tying the goddard and a 2000 version of the leadwing coachman. The goddard’s aren’t the best I’ve ever seen/tied, but they are my favorite caddis dry so I figured I better learn how to tie them. They’re fun but take a lot of time (and are the hold up…) Here’s the receipe(s)…
Goddard
Spun Antelope Hair Trimed to “tent” shape
Hackle: Brown
Thread: Back
Lonnie’s BH Leadwing
Hook: Mustad C49’s #16
Underbody: Orvis Antron dubbing “Peacock” (not sure if they make this color anymore. Any dark green dubbing will work)
Overbody: Peacock Herl
Wing: White EP fibers
Hackle: Brown
Bead: Gold
The major changes on this last one is the curved hook (which makes it look like a ovipositing female) The EP fiber wing (which hold little bubbles) and the bead, which helps suspend the fly and gives it a good look. Have fun with these !
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Dry Fly Guy’s flies arrived Friday. Wet Fly Guy’s flies arrived Saturday. The flies look great, nice job everyone. Everyone is in for a treat when they get their swap flies.
bbrothe1 (Bill)
I am all done and flies will be mailed out 1.13.2005. They are toe tagged and SASE back to me in the same box that I am using to mail my flies if ok. Thank for hosting and can’t wait to see all the patterns.
Thanks for the update, foxxtrot. I’ll be on the lookout for those.
Just a reminder, Jan 31 is coming up fast! I have 5 sets in house, I am looking for 7 more. Happy Tying.