Fulling Mill

McPhail Olive Buzzer

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Description

From Davie McPhail comes one of his top, go-to buzzer patterns. You won't want to be without these on any stillwater venue that has good chironomid populations.

Specifications

Category

Wet Flies

Target Species

trout

Techniques

finesse

Water Column

subsurface

Conditions

clear water, open water

Field Notes

A buzzer pattern is a chironomid imitation for stillwater fishing. Fish it on a slow retrieve, under an indicator, or as part of a team of flies when trout are feeding on emerging insects. It is especially useful on lakes and reservoirs with strong midge hatches.

Pros

  • Effective chironomid imitation for stillwater trout
  • Simple, proven pattern for lake fishing
  • Can be fished in multiple presentations

Cons

  • Not ideal when fish are keyed on larger prey
  • Best results depend on matching local midge activity

Keywords

mcphailolivebuzzerfullingmilldavietopgo-topatternswonstillwatervenuegoodchironomidpopulations

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