Dry FliesSummer Stone
The Summer Stone is a comprehensive stonefly pattern available in four color variations to match the diverse summer stonefly species. The foam head, Ice Dub body, and rubber legs create a realistic adult stonefly profile with excellent floatation. The UV orange indicator post makes tracking easy in broken water. Available in Olive, Yellow, Black, and Purple variants.
Summer
Advanced
Trout
Overview
The Summer Stone was developed at Blue Ribbon Flies to cover the range of summer stonefly species found on western waters. The four color variations match Yellow Sallies, olive stones, black stones, and attractor purple tones. The UV orange indicator post is positioned to be visible to the angler but hidden from fish viewing from below.
Pattern Characteristics
Materials
Hook: Tiemco 100 or Umpqua XT050 Stubby T, #12-14
Thread: Uni-Thread, 8/0, light olive (olive) or matching color
Egg Sac: EP Fibers or Widow's Web, black (olive/black/purple) or red (yellow)
Body: Ice Dub, golden brown (olive), UV light yellow (yellow), UV black (black), or UV purple (purple)
Wing: Stimulator Deer Hair, olive (olive), natural (yellow), or black (black/purple)
Indicator: EP Trigger Point Fibers, UV orange
Legs: Grizzly Micro Legs, root beer (olive/yellow) or Round Rubber Legs, black (black/purple)
Head: Fly Foam, 2mm, cinnamon (olive/yellow) or black (black/purple)
Fishing Tips
Season
Most effective from June through August during summer stonefly activity. Yellow and olive versions for Yellow Sallies and golden stones; black and purple for attractor fishing.
Presentation
Cast near banks and riffles where adult stoneflies are depositing eggs. Use a dead drift with occasional twitches to mimic egg-laying adults. The rubber legs provide movement.
When to Use
Best during summer stonefly hatches and when searching likely holding water. The larger profile moves selective fish when smaller patterns are refused.
Water Type
Ideal for riffles, runs, and pocket water on freestone streams. Particularly effective on waters with healthy stonefly populations. Works in broken water where smaller patterns struggle.
Rigging Suggestions
Fish on 9-12 foot leader with 4X tippet. The foam head provides excellent floatation to support heavy dropper nymphs. Heavier tippet handles the larger hook.
Visibility & Floatation
The UV orange indicator provides exceptional visibility in all conditions. Foam head construction ensures unsinkable floatation. Floats all day without maintenance.
