This is a great soft hackle jig pattern we have been using here in the Black Hills this year. The thin body and soft hackle give it great action under the water!
Quill Body Soft Hackle Jig Nymph Materials
Hook: Syndicate Nymph Midge Emerger Hook Black CH400BK size 10-16
Bead: Slotted Tungsten Bead Nickel or Black Nickel sized to match hook
Thread: UTC 70 Denier
Tail: Coq de Leon Fibers
Abdomen: Polish Quills Stripped Peacock Quill coated with UV Resin
Thorax: Hare's Ear Dubbing
Hackle: Palmered CDC Feather Natural Dun or Medium Dun