Synth Sedge

Published on Aug 5. 2020 - 4 years ago
Updated or edited 4 years ago

A super buoyant indicator fly for fast water. Packed with poly-yarn this sedge imitation will carry a 3mm/3.5mm tungsten bead nymph and pop back to the surface if it's swamped by rough water.

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