From TCO Fly Shop
“Kevin Compton is a well known fly tier who has consistently created flies that are both beautiful and functional. A perfect example of this would be his Cinnamon Toast nymph. I was introduced to this fly a number of years ago and it has definitely earned a place in my boxes. While I usually fish this fly heavily during our early Blue Winged Olive hatches here in the Mid-Atlantic, this fly has been a consistent year round producer for me as a generic mayfly imitation as well. It can be tied in a range of sizes, but I usually fish them from size 14 down to size 18. The original was tied on a traditional barbless nymph hook like an Umpqua C200, but I usually fish this pattern on a jig hook like the Umpqua C400 or the Orvis Tactical Jig. This slender bodied mayfly nymph has been a killer for me and I think it will be a great addition to your boxes as well. Check out the materials list below and be sure to stop by your local TCO, give us a call, or shop with us online for these materials and all your fly fishing and tying needs.”
Materials list:
Hook: Orvis Tactical Jig sz. 16
Bead: Slotted Tungsten 7/64” 2.8mm Copper
Thread: UTC 70 Brown Olive
Tail: Coq de Leon Medium Pardo
Body: Condor Substitute dyed Olive Brown
(Turkey Biot Quills are a fantastic more readily available substitute)
Rib: Small Copper Wire
Dubbing: Jan Siman Peacock Bronze
(Pheasant Tail Ice Dub is a great substitute)
