NymphGreg's Emerger
Greg's Emerger is a versatile fly pattern that imitates a variety of emerging insects. Its buggy look and high visibility make it a great pattern for difficult fishing conditions.
Spring, Summer
Intermediate
Trout
Overview
A sparse emerger with a trailing shuck of Z-Lon or Antron, a dubbed body, and a CDC or deer hair wing to float in the film. Meant to mimic the final stage of mayfly emergence, it works well during hatches when fish are sipping delicate profiles just below the surface.
Pattern Characteristics
Materials
Hook: #16-22 Tiemco 2487
Thread: Tan or Cream UTC 70
Bead: Clear Midge Bead
Tail: Pheasant Tail
Rib: Small Copper Wire
Body: Tan or Grey Superfine Dubbing
Casing: Medium Pearlescent Tinsel
Fishing Tips
Season
Greg's Emerger is best used during the spring and summer seasons when mayflies and caddisflies are hatching.
Presentation
Use a dead drift or swing presentation.
When to Use
This pattern is best used during hatches or when fish are feeding just below the surface.
Water Type
It is best suited for moving water.
Rigging Suggestions
Fish it as a single fly on a tapered leader or as a dropper off a dry fly.
Visibility & Floatation
The fly floats and its high visibility makes it easy to spot even in choppy water conditions. The CDC feather and hackle provide buoyancy.
