Midge / EmergersBarr's Emerger
The Barrs Emerger is a versatile and effective pattern designed by John Barr. It is intended to imitate the emerging stage of mayflies, making it a deadly choice during a hatch.
Spring, Summer, Fall
Intermediate
Trout
Overview
Barr's Emerger is a renowned mayfly emerger pattern developed by John Barr, designed to ride just below or in the surface film during a hatch. It comes in multiple color variations to match different mayfly species and is especially effective during the transitional stage when trout target vulnerable emerging insects.
Pattern Characteristics
Materials
Hook: Tiemco 2487, size #16–#20
Thread: Olive Dun 8/0
Tail: Brown Z-lon or similar synthetic material
Abdomen: Light olive dubbing
Wing case: Brown Swiss straw, cut to a point
Thorax: Olive dubbing
Legs: Brown Z-lon or similar synthetic material
Fishing Tips
Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Presentation
Dead drift
When to Use
During mayfly hatches, especially in the early stages
Water Type
Suitable for rivers and streams
Rigging Suggestions
Use a 9-foot leader with a 5X or 6X tippet
Visibility & Floatation
This fly sits in the surface film and is highly visible to trout due to its silhouette against the surface. The synthetic materials used in the tail and legs add a lifelike movement.
