My First Try at a Gummy Fly

Gummy Minnow is a simple fly pattern that imitates a small baitfish. It is made of a flexible rubber called Sili Skin that has a texture much like Gummy Bear candy. To make the fly, you cut strips of Sili Skin, fold them over a threaded hook, add stick-on eyes, and trim the fly to look like a minnow. The fly is available in a wide range of colors from Chartreuse to Brown, and is perfect for fooling Stripers eating small bait on the surface or Albies pushing schools of bait.
Material List:
Hook: TMC 811S, size 2
Weight: 0.025 Lead-Free Wire - 20 Wraps
Thread: White 210 Denier
Flash: Saltwater Flashabou - Silver
Body: Pearlescent Sili Skin
Back: Moss Green Sili Skin
Eyes: Super Pearl 3/16" Stick On Eyes
Overcoat: Clear Sili Skin
Glue: Loon Hard Head

[@sigurdurmarolafsson4183]

I have been using a product called "tear aid" to make these. It's also a great thing to have with you on trips because it is basically a " stretchable clear tape " and can literally save the trip if you tear your waders.

[@DarrellOlson]

Thanks. I'll look into "Tear Aid". I never thought about using it for patching waders.

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Sometimes, a fly or lure that looks all beat and torn up works better than a brand new one. So I never judge something that I made until I see what the fish think of it. Because they are the ones we are trying to attract with them. Let us know how well they do. Be blessed. My friend.

[@DarrellOlson]

Thanks, I feel a bit better with your reply.