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Tie the CDC Mayfly Dun

Try this low-riding Mayfly Dun for fussy trout that refuse a high-riding dry-fly.

Trout & Salmon
Trout & Salmon 9 May 2025

CDC Mayfly Dun

Hook: Size 8 medium weight wet-fly

Thread: Olive  

Tail: Moose mane

Body: Natural seal’s fur or any cream dubbing

Rib: Brown thread  

Wing: Yellow and grey CDC, parted with thorax dubbing to form a split wing

Thorax: Hare’s fur



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