Ice Breaker variation

[DUBBN]

This is a variation on a pattern from Charlie Cravens site. It has been a fine producer for me the past 6 years. I do not tie it with a bead like Charlie, and the tubing has a wire core.

http://www.charliesflyboxinc.com/flybox ... rentID=139

[hankaye]

DUBBN, Howdy;

Wayne, what I like about these patterns is that you
share where they came from and we can see and compare
how you've modified them. Your tying skills are improving
every day...

hank

[DUBBN]

Your tying skills are improving
every day...

hank

Tied two years ago. I think you are right.

[DUBBN]

2007 San Juan swap. Photo from Jeremy Barela
Size 24 Midge Emerger



Slowly but surely making strides.

[JohnP]

Great pattern. I agree with Hank, your tying skills are top-notch.

[William Anderson]

Wayne I've heard lots of praise for the ice dub, and have some, but haven't fished it much in favor of more natural materials. Probably a real loss on my part. It looks great here. I always like to see your best producers. This one doesn't surprise me at all. Beautifully done.

[DUBBN]

Thank you William. The Ice Dub is good for this pattern for sure. I am not sure why, but this pattern rivaled the Peacock and Partridge for me this past Winter.

[Kelly L.]

I like that fly very much. There wasn't a thing wrong with your fly from two years ago either. I'd fish either of them in a heartbeat.

[DUBBN]

Thank you Kelly! I appreciate that very much!

[letumgo]

I can't think of a better way to "present" a fly, or a better endorsement of a patterns effectiveness...