In this fly tying video, Anglers All resident tying expert and Umpqua Signature Tyer Ben Baxter shows us how to tie Matt McCannel's Massacre Midge from start to finish.
Developed by Ridgeway, CO fishing guide, Matt McCannel, the Massacre Midge is a realistic emerger pattern that deftly imitates either a midge or a baetis. This makes it an ideal pattern on tailwaters from fall through spring, where both hatches frequently occur on the same day.
Fish this emerger as part of a nymph rig, or behind a midge or BWO dry fly. The segmentation on the body of this pattern adds a touch of realism, the dubbing gives it lifelike movement in the water, and the foam on the head keeps it upright in the water.
Take a look at the video as Ben shows us how to tie McCannel’s Massacre Midge:
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Materials List:
Hook: Tiemco 2487 (size 18-22)
Thread: 70 Denier Ultra Thread (Dark Brown)
Rib: Ultra Wire X-Small (Amber)
Foam: 2mm Foam (Tan)
Thorax: Dave Whitlock's SLF Dubbing (Hellgrammite)
Contact Us With Questions
If you have questions about fly tying or need help getting started, please don’t hesitate to ask. If you are in the Denver area or along the Front Range, you can visit us at the fly shop. Or, give us a call at 303-794-1104. Have fun tying the Massacre Midge and let us know what you think!
