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Elk Hair Caddis


 The elk hair caddis is a true classic. It has great buoyancy for rough water and is an excellent choice for twitching and skating. To support my channel, get access to the monthly online tying sessions  and enter the giveaways head to https://www.patreon.com/flickingfeathers and become a patron or support through paypal.me/flickingfeathers


Materials List


Hook: Standard dry fly hook 10-20

Thread: Uni 8/0

Rib: Fine wire

Body: Dry fly dubbing of choice

Hackle: Cock saddle hackle

Wing: Elk or deer hari

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