I started from Rickards callibaetis pattern and ended up with something I fish under indicators as a scud, or something (looks like food). This is one I usually fish in summer or fall and when there’s no hatch to match. Scuds at the launch are another cue to give it a try.
Hook: 60-degree heavy wire jig, 14
Bead: slotted tungsten 2.4mm black nickel
Wire: small ultrawire red or blue
Thread: Olive UTC 70
Tail: mallard flank, olive
Body: peacock or ostrich herl
Hackle: webby saddle, burnt orange, rust, or olive
Shellback: skinny skin
Hook: 60-degree heavy wire jig, 14
Bead: slotted tungsten 2.4mm black nickel
Wire: small ultrawire red or blue
Thread: Olive UTC 70
Tail: mallard flank, olive
Body: peacock or ostrich herl
Hackle: webby saddle, burnt orange, rust, or olive
Shellback: skinny skin