Hook:

Daiichi 2546: Size 4-8

Thread:

White 6/0.

Eyes

Small black beadchain eyes

Weight:

0.020 gauge lead wire

Tail:

16 strands of UV Pearl Krystal Flash

Legs:

Pearl blue/black speckle silicone legs

Body:

UV Pearl Ice Dub

Back:

Prismatic Pliable Sheet Back

Hackle:

Three wraps of white saddle hackle

Rib:

Brassie size UTC copper wire

Notes:

I developed this pattern several years ago as a sand shrimp imitation for resident coho salmon in Washington's Puget Sound. Fished with short 4-6" strips this fly has proven itself as a resident coho and sea-run cutthroat producer, especially during the winter when these shrimp become an important food source. I also use orange, pink and chartreuse versions of this fly, substituting the back material with edge brite. These colors have been especially effective for migratory pink, chum and coho salmon.