Dry fly / Pattern notes

Humpy

A buoyant hair back and upright hair wings make a visible rough-water attractor.

From hook to fly

At the vise.

4 steps

Follow this base recipe in order. The materials list specifies one hook size; adjust proportions together when tying another size.

Tail and back
Tie a short moose-hair tail. Bind an elk bunch at the bend with tips rearward; retain enough length for the folded back and upright wings.
Yellow belly
Cover the hair butts with smooth yellow thread, forming the abdomen.
Fold and divide
Pull the elk forward over the abdomen and secure at the front third. Raise the remaining tips and divide into two wings.
Hackle and finish
Wind brown and grizzly hackles behind and ahead of the wings. Secure, trim, whip finish, and cement.

Beyond the bench

Prospect riffles and broken currents. Keep the hair body compact and symmetrical to reduce spinning while casting.

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Original written instructions adapted from the sources below. Materials and methods may vary between versions.