Dry FliesBDE Mayfly
The BDE Mayfly is a highly effective pattern that imitates the adult stage of a mayfly. Its design makes it a great choice for trout in moving or still waters, especially during a hatch.
Spring, Summer
Intermediate
Trout
Overview
The BDE (Big Damn Emerger) Mayfly is a parachute-style dry fly designed for maximum visibility and floatation during mayfly hatches. It typically features a dubbed body in olive or tan, a hi-vis synthetic post (like Para Post or EP Trigger Point Fiber), and a sparse hackle wrapped parachute-style. The tail is often microfibbet or Coq de Leon. It's an easy tie for a high-floating dry fly that rides low and fools picky trout.
Pattern Characteristics
Materials
Hook: Tiemco 100, size #12-#16
Thread: Olive 8/0 Uni-thread
Body: Olive superfine dubbing
Wing: Dun-colored CDC feathers
Hackle: Grizzly dry fly hackle
Tail: Micro fibbets in light dun
Fishing Tips
Season
The BDE Mayfly is most effective in spring and summer, during mayfly hatches.
Presentation
Use a dead-drift presentation to imitate a naturally floating mayfly.
When to Use
Use this fly when you see trout feeding on top, especially during a mayfly hatch.
Water Type
This fly can be used in both stillwater and moving water.
Rigging Suggestions
Rig this fly on its own or as the dry fly in a dry-dropper setup.
Visibility & Floatation
This fly has good visibility due to its hackle and wing. It floats well, especially when treated with floatant.
