Pale Morning Dun (PMD) Extended Body Fly

Description

Heritage and Design Excellence The PMD Extended Body represents a sophisticated evolution in mayfly imitation, combining traditional Pale Morning Dun design elements with an innovative extended body that perfectly mimics the natural insect’s proportions. This specialized pattern features a precisely crafted extended abdomen that makes it especially effective during PMD hatches. Each fly is meticulously crafted to maintain the exact specifications that make this pattern so effective across varied fishing conditions.

Premium Materials and Construction Every PMD Extended Body is crafted using carefully selected materials:

• Hook: Premium dry fly hook (sizes 14-18)
• Extended Body: Pale yellow/olive synthetic material
• Wings: Light gray with yellow stain
• Hackle: Premium light dun
• Tails: Three light dun microfibbets
• Thread: 8/0 pale yellow
• Optional: Sparkle enhancement

Signature Design Features The pattern’s distinctive characteristics include:

• Extended realistic abdomen
• Perfect mayfly profile
• Precise wing angle
• Natural PMD coloration
• Enhanced visibility
• Superior flotation
• Realistic silhouette
• Durable construction

Seasonal Effectiveness

Summer Prime:

• Perfect for PMD hatches
• Excellent in varied conditions
• Ideal for technical situations
• Most effective during morning/afternoon

Late Spring Applications:

• Matches early PMD emergence
• Excellent in clear water
• Perfect for selective feeding
• Ideal for sight fishing

Fall Performance:

• Late-season effectiveness
• Excellent in low light
• Perfect for technical fishing
• Ideal for remaining hatches

Water Type Versatility

Spring Creeks:

• Superior for selective trout
• Perfect for technical water
• Excellent in gin-clear conditions
• Ideal for sight fishing

Western Rivers:

• Matches consistent hatches
• Effective during emergence
• Perfect for selective fish
• Ideal for long drifts

Tailwaters:

• Excellent in smooth glides
• Perfect for pool fishing
• Effective in varied currents
• Ideal for educated trout

Technical Advantages

Design Benefits:

• Enhanced realism from extended body
• Superior float characteristics
• Natural silhouette in film
• Multiple trigger points
• Easy tracking in varied light
• Durable construction
• Traditional effectiveness
• Proven fish-catching ability

Professional Guide Applications

Guide-Tested Features:

• High visibility for clients
• Consistent performance
• Multiple hatch matching
• Perfect searching pattern
• Extended float time
• Easy mending characteristics

Teaching Benefits:

• Easy to demonstrate drift
• Perfect for strike detection
• Excellent visibility
• Multiple presentation options

Advanced Fishing Techniques

Presentation Methods:

• Traditional upstream dry
• Reach cast presentations
• Stack mend approaches
• Multiple rig configurations
• Slack line techniques

Specialized Approaches:

• Film fishing strategies
• Emergence imitation
• Selective fish tactics
• Bank-side presentations

Material Selection and Quality

Component Specifics:

• Premium hackle selection
• High-grade extended body materials
• Quality wing materials
• Specialized thread choice
• Precise hook specifications

Quality Control:

• Float testing
• Durability assessment
• Pattern consistency
• Material inspection
• Profile verification

Conservation and Environmental Considerations

Sustainable Practices:

• Durable design reduces waste
• Long-lasting materials
• Barbless options available
• Catch-and-release friendly
• Minimal environmental impact

Weather and Light Adaptation

Environmental Performance:

• Excellent in varied light
• Wind-resistant design
• All-weather durability
• Superior visibility
• Perfect for challenging conditions

Tying Specifications

Pattern Variations:

• Traditional PMD colors
• Multiple body lengths
• Various wing styles
• Multiple size options
• Custom adaptations

Size Selection:

• Size 14: Larger PMDs
• Size 16: Standard pattern
• Size 18: Technical water
• Custom sizes available

Care and Maintenance

Storage Requirements:

• Store in ventilated box
• Protect extended body
• Maintain wing shape
• Preserve natural materials
• Keep away from moisture

After-Use Care:

• Dry thoroughly
• Reshape body if needed
• Clean hackle fibers
• Check flotation
• Inspect hook point

Hatch Matching Strategies

Timing Considerations:

• Monitor water temperatures
• Watch for natural emergence
• Track weather patterns
• Observe feeding behavior
• Note color variations

Presentation Adjustments:

• Match natural drift patterns
• Adjust to water conditions
• Consider fish position
• Adapt to light levels
• Monitor surface activity

Equipment Recommendations

Rod Selection:

• 3-5 weight rods
• Medium-fast action preferred
• Soft presentation capability
• Accurate casting requirement
• Delicate tip section

Leader Construction:

• 9-12 foot leaders
• 5X-6X tippet
• Supple material choice
• Consider fluorocarbon
• Perfect leader turnover

Historical Context

Pattern Evolution:

• Traditional PMD heritage
• Extended body innovation
• Modern refinements
• Proven effectiveness
• Continued development

Advanced Applications

Technical Water Strategies:

• Precise presentation requirements
• Drag management techniques
• Current seam fishing
• Selective trout tactics
• Multiple drift angles

Multiple Fly Rigs:

• Dropper configurations
• Double dry setups
• Emerger combinations
• Specialized presentations
• Weight balance considerations