How-to-steps (glass Midge)

[Jeremy Hunt]

Glass Midge

Recipe:

Hook: Tiemco 200R, size 16-22

Thread: UTC 70 Red

Body: Stretch Tubbing (depending on the size of the hook will determine the size tubbing)

Rib: UTC 70 Red

Tying Instructions:

Step 1.

Cut about an inch of stretch tubing. I’m using a bigger hook so I can take a good picture so I’ll be using medium on a size 18.

Step 2.

Once you have the tube slid almost over you’ll need to cut the front of the tubing. Make sure you get the measurement right so you don’t have too much tube on the hook shank.

Step 3.

Start the thread in the back and cut the excess off. Go light on the wraps and tie them on top of each other. Cut the tag off.

Step 4.

Wrap the thread forming segmentation on top of the tubing. Make sure you space them evenly to get the right look. And you’ll add a little tension when wrapping up.

Step 5.

Whip finish and glue the head.