Fly Tying Video: Tailwater Sowbug
Words By: North 40 Outfitters
Posted: January 02, 2015

The Tailwater Sow Bug is an extremely effective nymph for the Missouri River that produces year round. I have been tinkering with TW Sow variations and my favorite variation has become an unweighted version with a red thread base. This is a go-to for many anglers on the Mo!

Materials:

  • TMC #16 2488H Hook
  • Hareline light shade rainbow scud dub
  • UTC Red 140 denier
  • Ultra wire BR Silver
  • Clear Cure Goo Thin