Tiny flies for big fish - the history of the Zebra Midge

Likely derived from Dick Thompson's TDC (Thompson's Delectable Chironomid), the Zebra Midge is one of the easiest, most effective flies out there. Can be fished year-round in rivers and stillwaters to equal effect.

Hook: #16-22 curved
Bead: 2.0 mm
Thread: 70 denier, body color
Rib: Small wire, silver or gold
Tail: Crystal flash (optional)
Body: Thread

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