Bare Bones Stone | Jig Stone Fly-The Easiest Stone Fly | Fly Tying Tutorial
The Bare Bones Stone: A Simple, Effective Stonefly Pattern | Euro Nymphing Essential
Stonefly patterns are a must-have in every fly fisher's box, but they can be time-consuming to tie—until now. Meet the Bare Bones Stone, my go-to simplified stonefly pattern that can be tied in under five minutes! This minimalistic design is perfect for Euro-style nymphing and adaptable to various sizes and water conditions.
In this video, I walk you through the step-by-step process of tying the Bare Bones Stone, explain the materials, and show how versatile and effective it is on the water. Whether you're an experienced fly tier or a beginner, this fly will quickly become a reliable option for your fishing adventures.
Materials List
Hook: Hanak H 450 BL: https://amzn.to/3BctIxd
Bead: Fulling Mill Slotted Tungsten: https://amzn.to/3zuggEc
Thread: UTC 70 Black: https://amzn.to/3ZBE57U
Ribbing UTC Ultra Wire-Gold-Medium: https://amzn.to/4ebK2gg
Legs: Wapsi Sili Legs: https://amzn.to/3ZBE57U
Dubbing (Body): Wapsi Natural Fur Hares Mask: https://amzn.to/3ZBE57U
Dubbing Thorax: Trout Hunter-Golden Brown: https://amzn.to/4ebK2gg
Wing Case: Loon Fly Finish Black: https://amzn.to/4eBSMvZ
Tools
Loon Fly Tying Tools: https://amzn.to/4eBSMvZ
Vise: Griffin Montana Mongoose: https://amzn.to/3ZzDfsg
Watch the video to learn how to tie this simple yet effective pattern and find out why it's become a key fly in my Euro-nymphing setup. Don’t forget to experiment with different colors and sizes to suit your local waters!
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0:00 Intro
0:22 Materials & Tools
0:50 Hook & Bead
1:19 Tying in the Tail
2:04 Tying in the Ribbing
2:20 Dubbing Noodle for the Body
2:49 Counterwrap Wire
3:33 Thorax
4:02 Tie in the Legs
5:55 Wing Case
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