Description
The Emma's Stone, designed by RIO Fly Designer Patrick Kilby and named after his daughter, is a versatile dry fly pattern that effectively imitates various adult stonefly species, including Salmonflies, Golden Stones, Skwalas, and Yellow Sallies. This pattern features a realistic silhouette with a two-tone foam body, fluttering wings enhanced with a touch of flash, and flat rubber legs that replicate the natural movement of stoneflies on the water's surface.
Pro Tip
Early Morning Dry-Dropper Setup: Begin your fishing session by employing the Emma's Stone in a dry-dropper rig during the early morning hours. This approach allows you to target trout feeding both on the surface and just below it, increasing your chances of success before the topwater action intensifies.
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Recipe
Hook: Standard dry fly hook, sizes 6–16, depending on the stonefly species being imitated. Thread: Color-coordinated to match the body. Tail: Goose biots or similar fibers, matching the natural insect's coloration. Body: Two-tone foam to create a realistic segmented appearance. Wings: Synthetic fluttering material with a hint of flash, overlaid with natural elk hair. Legs: Flat rubber legs, colored to match the natural insect. Thorax: Dubbing material to match the body color, providing a natural thorax appearance.