Fly Pattern of the Day- "Black Ice"

Once again I spent time discussing the Black Ice pattern to a few fly fisherman and aspiring fly tiers, This pattern is not widely know away from the Arkansas River, but is a great producer. Tied by Signature Idylwilde Flytier Larry Kingery, it features a very simple list of materials that most have in there supplies, and you can tie them in a host of colors to cover the various hatches. 

These are a staple in my boxes in every color, especially black, gold and copper. 

Black Ice (Baetis Pattern)

Hook: TMC 2487/2499, Sz: 16-22

Bead: Black Tungsten

Thread: Black 10/0

Tail: Black Hen

Abdomen: Black Halo Tinsel

Rib: Black Wire

Throax: Black UV Ice Dub / Black Quick Decent Dubbing

Wing Case: 2 Strands Black Halo Tinsel

"Slow and Steady" - Video Short

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Today could be one of these days here in Colorado. We received a bunch of snow as part of a very big and wet spring storm passing through. Thank goodness, we can certainly use the moisture