Midge / EmergersMercury RS2
The Mercury RS2 is a versatile emerger pattern that mimics an emerging mayfly. Its glass bead head and CDC wing add realism and subtle flash.
Spring, Summer, Fall
Intermediate
Trout
Overview
A flashy take on the classic RS2, using a silver glass bead, sparse gray dubbing body, and CDC or synthetic wing. It rides just below the surface film and excels during the emergent stage of mayfly hatches.
Pattern Characteristics
Materials
Hook: #16-22 Tiemco 101
Bead: Silver glass bead
Thread: Olive Brown UTC 70 Denier
Tail: Brown saddle hackle or elk hair
Abdomen: Olive Brown Superfine
Wing: CDC oiler puff
Thorax: Olive Brown Superfine
Fishing Tips
Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Presentation
Fish in the film or just below during a hatch.
When to Use
When mayflies are hatching, especially in the emergent stage.
Water Type
Stillwater and moving water.
Rigging Suggestions
Fish below a dry fly or in a multi-fly nymph rig.
Visibility & Floatation
Subsurface pattern; the bead helps with sink rate and flash while CDC gives natural movement.
