RIVFLY
Rivfly Essential Midge Emerger | Size #20 Micro Fly for Picky Trout
Rivfly Essential Midge Emerger | Size #20 Micro Fly for Picky Trout
The "Surface Film" secret weapon. Perfect for winter fishing and tailwaters when trout refuse everything else.
SKU:DY-ME-023-20-6P
Key Features
- DEADLY EMERGER STAGE: Imitates a midge pupa stuck in the surface film—the most vulnerable moment for insects and the easiest meal for trout.
- HI-VIS SIGHTER: Even at size #20, the white/red post makes it easy for you to track on the water, detecting the subtlest strikes.
- SUPER FINE WIRE HOOK: Built on a lightweight high-carbon hook that ensures the fly floats correctly without spooking wary fish.
- YEAR-ROUND PATTERN: Midges hatch 365 days a year. This is the one fly you should never leave home without.
- HAND-TIED PRECISION: Tying size #20 flies is a headache. We’ve done the hard work for you with professional consistency.
Trout, Grayling, and Panfish
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- Description
The "Surface Film" Secret Weapon When trout are sipping tiny bugs on the surface and ignoring your larger flies, they are locked onto Midges. The Rivfly Midge Emerger is designed to sit in the surface film, mimicking a vulnerable pupa struggling to hatch.
What it imitates:
This fly mimics a Midge Pupa transforming into an adult. It represents a bug that is struggling to break through the water's surface tension—an easy, helpless target for trout.
Why it works:
- Deadly Silhouette: Imitates the most vulnerable stage of a midge's life.
- Hi-Vis Post: The white wing post makes this tiny #20 fly surprisingly easy to track on the water.
- Year-Round Action: Midges hatch 365 days a year. This is a winter and tailwater essential.
Why Buy From Us
Save Your Eyes for the Water Let's be honest—tying size #20 flies is a nightmare. It strains your eyes and tests your patience. Don't strain your eyes at the vise! We have professional tyers who specialize in these micro-patterns. Grab a 12-pack and spend your time fishing, not squinting.
Color Guide:
- Grey (Natural): Best for clear water and cloudy days.
- Yellow (Sulphur): Great attractor color for stained water.
How to rig it (Pro Tip):
Fishing a size #20 fly can be tricky. We recommend a "Double Dry" rig:
- Tie on a larger, visible dry fly (like a Size #14 Adams) as your indicator.
- Tie a 12-inch piece of 6X or 7X tippet to the bend of that hook.
- Tie the Midge Emerger to the end. This way, the big fly helps you see where to cast, and the tiny midge catches the fish!
Specifications:
- Hook: High-Carbon Steel, Size #20
- Quantity: Available in 6-Packs or 12-Packs
- Packaging: Comes in a reusable compact fly box.