Fly Tying - Blindside Midge With Jon Easdon

Angler's Covey Guide and ‪@UmpquaFeatherMerchants‬ Signature Fly Designer, Jon Easdon ties up one of the most effective midge patterns to ever hit trout waters, the Blindside Midge. Jon developed this fly over 20 years ago and has proven itself on some of Colorado's toughest tailwaters. This simple "guide style" fly can be tied in a variety of colors and sizes. Be sure to add several rows of these to your midge box!

Material List:
Hook: TMC 2488 Size 18-22
Bead: Black Nickel Tungsten 2.0mm
Thread: Semperfli Nano Silk - Black
Rib: UTC Ultra Wire Extra Small - Silver
Thorax: Ice Dub - UV Pink
Collar: Ostrich Hurl - Brown

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