The Best Anglers Never Stop Learning
The Best Anglers Never Stop Learning
Green Drake
Medium - 10-15 Min
Coldwater
This classic pattern, hence the name, is best tied according to the recipe. With that being said there is one easy substitution that won’t interfere with the general look of the bug. This pattern has proven itself to be up to the task when the green drakes are thick on the water.
Rib: Sexi Floss is a great substitution for the rib, as long as it’s in the right color and size.
The Classic Green Drake is obviously insect specific, but can be tied in some other colors to imitate other mayflies of the same size, and stature. Having this pattern tied up in multiple sizes is a smart move. Mayfly eating fish can get picky very quickly.
Talk about a high floating, fish fooling machine! This bug has some serious potential when the drakes come out to play. They may sip it, or slam it, but either way they’re going to eat it. It’s all that on the water, but nothing changes when we talk about this fly in the vise. a short, common list of materials, and some basic skills is all you need to perfect this pattern. In taken Care if properly, this fly should float, and fish well throughout the day.
Either as a single dry or as the dry fly in a dry dropper rig, this bug will preform with flying colors. If you go with the dry dropper, make sure that the nymph you go with is not too heavy. That could result in a sunken Classic Green Drake, and no fish in the net.
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Region: West, Northwest, Midwest
Green Drake Sizes: #8 - #14
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Region: East
Green Drake Sizes: #8 - #14
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