Michael Olesen's

Luna Mayfly

Hook: Maruto d21 size 8 (substitute: any long shank dry fly hook)
Thread: Brown Semperfli Waxed thread #12/0
Tail: Moose body or mane hair
Body: Booby eyes 5mm, yellow or cream
Wing: 2 selected natural CDC feathers, grey or brown
Hackle: Coq de Leon, medium Pardo (spotted grey)
Thorax: CDC dubbing, black

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The idea behind Luna Mayfly

Originally I was inspired by a caterpillar tied with a whole foam tube on top of the hookshank

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Learn how to make Luna Mayfly

Pay attention to the little details and take your time

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Other places that mention Luna Mayfly

Find links to The Feather mechanic II and articles about Luna mayfly on this page

The idea behind Luna Mayfly

How did the Luna Mayfly come about?

This particular fly is a product of a lot of experimenting and a need for a shortcut, to make a fun and easy foam body, followed by weeks of finetuning. Originally I was inspired by a caterpillar tied with a whole foam tube on top of the hookshank.

Pay attention to the little details in the steps below. Don’t rush it, take your time, especially with your first attempt.

Now are you ready to tie the Luna Mayfly?

Continue reading below and discover more about the Luna Mayfly and information about it’s creation and how to go about tying it. 

Places that feature the Luna Mayfly

Explore The Luna Mayfly across the web

Places across the web around the world where The Luna Mayfly was featured

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The Feather Mechanic II: Beyond the Pattern

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Grayling 2021 Article by Hans van Klinken

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Explore Michael's own thoughts behind the fly

Luna Mayfly featured in Gordon Van Der Spuy's new book

The Feather Mechanic II

 One of my creations “Luna Mayfly” I’ve been given the opportunity to present in Gordon van der Spuy’s new book “The Feather Mechanic II: Beyond the Pattern” In it, I guide the reader through the tying processes, making it an easy task to tie their own Luna Mayfly. Aditionally, the book is beautifully illustrated by Gordon himself.

See more from Gordon van der Spuy on his socials and website.

You can find a copy of “The Feather Mechanic II: Beyond the Pattern” on  www.themissionflymag.com

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In Michael's own words

Making of The Luna Mayfly

Hook: Maruto d21 size8 (substitute: any long shank dry fly hook)
Thread: Brown Semperfli Waxed thread #12/0
Tail: Moose body or mane hair
Body: Booby eyes 5mm, yellow or cream
Wing: 2 selected naturalCDC feathers, grey or brown
Hackle: Coq de Leon, medium Pardo (spotted grey)
Thorax: CDC dubbing, black

Luna Mayfly Guide - Step 1

Click the link below to head over to the full fly tie recipe for Luna Mayfly, explore high resolution images and a detailed view of the tying process broken down and simplified.

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