How to Tie a Scud Pattern for Lakes-Mirage Soft Hackle Scud

The best scud patterns mimic the profile and size of the naturals, plus they have an element of flash and mobility to stand out from the rest of the scuds. Coupled with a brisk 2-3-inch strip pause, retrieve my Mirage Soft Hackle Scud has performed whenever I find fish focused on scuds.
In ideal conditions, scuds can be present in overwhelming numbers that can demoralize fly fishers. I designed my Mirage Soft Hackle Scud to excel in these conditions.
Mirage Soft Hackle Scud
Hook: Daiichi 1760 #12-#18
Thread: Semperfli Classic Waxed, 8/0, Colour to Compliment the Natural Scuds
Tail: Crystal Flash, Pearlescent
Rib: Semperfli Wire, 1MM, Hot Orange, Copper, or Gold
Shellback: Kreinik 1/8" Metallic Ribbon, 5535 Oregano, or Scud Back, 1/8", Olive
Body: Mirage Opal, Medium
Body Hackle: Ostrich Herl, Olive
Hackle: Whiting Brahma Hen Saddle, Olive
Bead: Brass, Gold, or Copper
Material Sources
Daiichi 1760 #12-#18: www.canadianll...
8/0 or 70 Denier Thread: www.chinookwin...
Krystal Flash, Pearlescent: www.chinookwin...
Ultra Wire, Small, Hot Orange, Copper, or Gold:
Kreinik 1/8" Metallic Ribbon, 5535 Oregeno: www.chinookwin...
Mirage Opal, Medium: www.chinookwin...
Ostrich Herl: www.flyfishfoo...
Whiting Brahma Hen: www.flyfishfoo...
Brass Beads, Gold or Copper: www.canadianll...
Solarez Bone Dry: www.chinookwin...
Solarez Resin: www.chinookwin...
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[@dalesharpy9197]

I don’t fish scuds enough, but when I do I usually catch lol.
Thanks Phil
Sharpy Out

[@PhilRowleyFlyFishing]

Hi Dale,
Most of us don’t. Scuds don’t seem to get the respect and recognition that other patterns do. We should all definitely fish them more often.
Cheers, Phil.

[@ejmacewan8942]

WOW ,,, WHAT A SUPER 👍 TYING VIDEO,, VERY CREATIVE,, STEP-BY-STEP HOW TOO,,, WELL DONE 👍,,,, THANK YOU FOR YOUR DEDICATION AND PASSION,, PLEASE BE SAFE AND HEALTHY….

[@PhilRowleyFlyFishing]

Thanks EJ. I am pleased to hear that you enjoyed my video and found it helpful.
Cheers, Phil

[@PeachyFlyFishing]

Nice pattern Phil, thanks, I will try this. :)

[@PhilRowleyFlyFishing]

Thanks, I am pleased to hear that you enjoyed my video.
Cheers, Phil

[@bluejacket645]

Phil, this is a great pattern, thanks for sharing. I could also see a variant of this with a black bead. It would make a great caddis pupa imitation.

[@PhilRowleyFlyFishing]

Thanks, I am pleased to hear you enjoyed my video. Yes there are lots of potential variations including a caddis pupa.
Cheers, Phil

[@glentew953]

I really like the look of this scud Phil. Do you find it fishes as well without the soft hackle? Thank you for sharing another fine pattern and have a great season!

[@PhilRowleyFlyFishing]

Hi Glen, I am pleased to hear that you like this pattern. You could tie it without the soft hackle. I just like the additional movement it provides while suggesting the front legs of a scud.
Cheers, Phil

[@pauljacobsen3777]

Thank you Phil...great looking pattern. And a big thank you for the links on where to get the materials...a big help

[@PhilRowleyFlyFishing]

Thanks Paul,
Cheers, Phil

[@rockymountainflydesign8149]

Need stickers that say get munched. Great video Phil. Hope you are well.

[@PhilRowleyFlyFishing]

Thanks. Glad you enjoyed the video. I love your sticker idea. 👍
Cheers Phil

[@davelawrence9981]

Looks delicious. Agree with caddis pupa comment as well….

[@PhilRowleyFlyFishing]

Thanks Dave, I am pleased to hear that you enjoyed my tying video.
Cheers, Phil

[@TheGibbons334]

Like the look of this! Another to add to the menu over xmas 😃 cheers Phil

[@PhilRowleyFlyFishing]

Thanks. It has been a great pattern for me. The trout in Argentina liked it too!
Cheers, Phil

[@TedJ71]

Great looking pattern, as always enjoy your videos !

[@PhilRowleyFlyFishing]

Thanks Ted, I am pleased to hear that you enjoyed this video.
Cheers, Phil

[@icefisher1171]

nice. I'm going to tie a few of these for under the ice this winter.

[@PhilRowleyFlyFishing]

Glad you enjoyed my video. Let me know how you do.
Cheers Phil

[@flatswhisperer]

Great scud pattern Phil ! Thanks for sharing with us.

[@PhilRowleyFlyFishing]

Thanks! I am pleased to hear that you enjoyed my video.
Cheers Phil

[@lonewizzard8456]

That's one good looking scud! Plus it looks like it would be enjoyable to tie. Ace instruction and tying.

[@PhilRowleyFlyFishing]

Thanks glad to hear you liked the pattern and my video. This was my most productive scud during my recent trip to Argentina and Jurassic Lake.
Cheers Phil.