Yellow Machine Bug # 12

The Right Medicine

Among our selection of Dry Fly Bug’s Flies, meticulously curated from a vast array of patterns, lies a miniature salmon and steelhead dry fly series. Each fly has been carefully chosen, drawing from our extensive experience and contributions from esteemed salmon and steelhead dry fly specialists. Every aspect, from styling to colouration to size and hook selection, has been meticulously tailored to ensure the best match. We are confident these flies will be the perfect remedy for summer spate conditions.

Size # 12; About 2 centimetre or = 3/4 inch long

My observations over the years have led me to conclude that there is a fishable layer… just below the surface, where a well-presented deer hair bug can do wonders just before the riffling hitch season picks up.

there is a fishable layer… just below the surface, where a well-presented deer hair bug can do wonders just before the riffling hitch season picks up

I fish the bugs wet and as close to the surface as possible. I like to add a tiny amount of flotant to the flies. As you can see from the images, this salmon was hooked close to the snout, a familiar spot to catch Atlantic salmon on small bugs. Why is it so? I don’t know…but make sure to tie your bugs on solid hooks, as hooking salmon in this spot often leads to hard-fighting fish.