How to tie The Demon Midge | AvidMax Fly Tying Tuesday Tutorials

Demon Midge Blog-Post & Recipe: blog.avidmax.com/2020/11/17/h...
In this week’s episode of Tying Tuesdays, watch as Max Pavel ties the Demon Midge!
The Demon Midge is another great small tailwater pattern for the colder months of the year. Matt McCannel developed this fly and it has been a staple in the winter midge box. While the 1273 is a good hook, Umpqua also has the U203RED which can be swapped out. Something worth trying is oversizing midge patterns like this to use one to use on still waters. For this one try sizes 10-16. While you're tying the 18-24's give your eyes a break and mix in those bigger sizes.
Demon Midge Ingredients List:
Hook - Daiichi 1273 Red
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Thread - UTC 70 Red
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Thread - UTC 140 Black
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Flash - Magnum Holographic Flashabou
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UV - Loon UV Thick
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[@YukionChannel]

Great video !! I have subscribed to your channel 😀 👍

[@AvidMax]

Awesome thank you!

[@jamessumsion1177]

Have you noticed a difference in catch rate using the red hook to the others?

[@rjf1877]

Very nice video. Found your site and have subscribed. One question, when tying midge patterns, why do you use a 3x long hook? It seems like a shorter shank would be more in keeping with the natural bug. Thanks much

[@AvidMax]

Good question! This hook is actually very proportionate to a red midge larvae AKA an aquatic blood worm / blood midge. Check out some pictures and you'll see why trout love this deadly pattern. This hook is great for this particular bug, but is certainly not ideal for other species. Just goes to show that options and variations are key to being dynamic on the water!

[@adamfbrill]

Have you tried this in other colors? Olive or purple?

[@AvidMax]

We have not personally fished color variations of this pattern, but there's no reason not to give it a try!

[@ColorfulCOFlyFishing]

What should I do for the balck thread Bc I only have one bobbbin

[@AvidMax]

You can color your base thread with a black sharpie and use that for the black ribbing!

[@ColorfulCOFlyFishing]

@@AvidMax alright thanks!

[@mnamzloh50]

Looks like you have a rotary vice. Use It.

[@AvidMax]

Thanks for the feedback. With the black thread rib on this pattern, it's more accurate and efficient to wrap by using the bobbin. However, personal preference is always a factor so if you find a way that's better for you then go for it!

[@terrybois5945]

SIR, YES SIR!

[@broken8wt407]

Dude, its a hook. A red hook.Get a sharpie it may save you time.