United Fly Tyers of Rhode Island, Inc.

Major Herring Fly










Created and Tied by Dave Porecca

Hook: 4/0 Gamakatsu Circle Hook
Thread: Kevlar
Body: White Yak Fur
Back: Olive Yak Fur
Lateral Line: Mirage Crystal Flash
Eyes: Holographic 3/16 Gold

This is a great early season pattern to be used while and after the herring striped bass. Its best fish deep with moderate sinking lines. A 10 wt. fly rod throws them best.