Midge / EmergersFoam Wing RS2
The Foam Wing RS2 is a versatile and effective pattern that imitates a variety of emerging insects. It's especially effective when fished in the surface film or just below it, where trout often feed on emerging insects.
Spring, Summer, Fall
Intermediate
Trout
Overview
A modern twist on the RS2, using a strip of foam for the wing to improve visibility and floatation. Tied with sparse dubbing, a microfibbets tail, and a small wing post, it imitates an emerger and can be fished in or just below the surface film.
Pattern Characteristics
Materials
Hook: Mustad R50, #16-#24
Thread: Veevus 14/0, Black, Olive, Gray
Tail: Micro fibbets
Abdomen: SuperFine dubbing, Black, Olive, Gray
Wing: White foam cut to shape
Thorax: SuperFine dubbing, Black, Olive, Gray
Fishing Tips
Season
This pattern is most effective in the spring, summer, and fall during a hatch.
Presentation
Try fishing this pattern in the surface film or just below it. A dead drift is often the most effective presentation.
When to Use
Use this pattern when you see trout feeding on emerging insects near the surface.
Water Type
This pattern is effective in both stillwater and moving water.
Rigging Suggestions
This pattern can be fished alone or as part of a multi-fly rig. It can also be effective when fished behind a dry fly as a dropper.
Visibility & Floatation
This pattern is designed to sit in the surface film or just below it. The foam wing helps keep it near the surface and also makes it more visible.
