Pat's Rubber Legs

Pat's Rubber Legs

Tied by Tim Flagler of Tightline Productions.

Pat's Rubber Legs should need no introduction, it's just one of those flies you have to have. But many people avoid tying them because securing the rubber legs can be a remarkably frustrating affair. There are a few tricks however in this video that might make the process a bit easier.

Materials
Hook: 3X-long nymph hook, sizes 4-12.
Weight: .015 lead-free wire.
Thread: 6/0 or 140 Denier, black.
Tails and antennae: Black Lifeflex or similar.
Body: Variegated Chenille, medium, black-and-coffee.
Legs: Black Spanflex or similar

Pat's Rubber Legs

Fly Materials

J2 235 Heavy 3X Long Nymph Hook - J. Stockard Fly Fishing
J. Stockard J2 235 Heavy 3X Long Nymph Hook
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Hareline Round Lead Free Wire
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Hareline Life Flex
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Hareline Variegated Chenille Medium
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