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Tying The Girdle Bug

Tying The Girdle Bug

The good old Girdle Bug! Simple to tie and highly effective all year long where ever stones are present!  

 

Materials List

Hook - Any Nymph hook size #2 to #10 standard length shank or 2X 
Bead - Size appropriate for your hook in black, gold, nickel or copper 
Thread - 6/0 or 140 denier 
Body - Chenille, you can use variegated or straight colors
Legs - Small to medium sizes rubber legs. Use a stiffer leg such as Rainy's round rubber legs or MFC's Centipede Legs 

Tools Required 

Vise
Scissors
Whip Finish 
UV or Head Cement