In this fly tying video, Daryl Eakins is taking us step-by-step through the Fire Starter Peridgon. Follow along and learn to tie this dynamite little fly pattern from Fulling Mill.
The Fire Starter Perdigon is a killer pattern when fishing in off-color water conditions or anytime you need a pop of color. Like all perdigon-style flies, this one is durable and designed to sink fast.
Popular among competition anglers, fish the Fire Starter as part of a euro-nymph rig, traditional nymph rig, or even a hopper-dropper setup. Whenever the water is high and dirty or when you need to grab some attention, the Fire Starter is an excellent option.
Take a look at the video, as Daryl shows us how to tie the Fire Starter Perdigon:
Materials List:
HOOK: Umpqua XC210BL-BN (#14 - #18)
THREAD: 70 Denier Ultra Thread (Fl. Orange)
BEAD: Slotted Tungsten Bead (3.2mm | Silver)
TAIL: CDL Fibers (Natural)
BODY: Hends Perdigon Body (Yellow)
COLLAR: 70 Denier Ultra Thread (Fl. Fire Orange)
RESIN (Body): Solarez UV Bone Dry
WING CASE: Black Nail Polish
RESIN (Head): Solarez Medium Viscosity
If you’d prefer to purchase the Fire Starter Perdigon rather than tie your own, you can find them on our website here.
Contact Us With Questions
Do you have questions about fly tying or need a hand getting started? We are here to help! If you’re in the Denver area, stop by and see us at the Fly Shop in Littleton. Or, give us a call at 303-794-1104.
