Utah river Nymph swap!

[Trout4x]

I am thinking of starting a Nymph swap for your favorite Utah River, Green, Provo, Weber, Blacksmith Fork etc. I am open for suggestions on max # of people. 10, 15 or 20.

Please let me know or is interested, if you are new to a swap please ask questions doesn't matter how good you are either.
Just have fun.

Trout4x

[bner]

I would be interested, but I have never been involved in a swap, what do I need to do

[Trout4x]

Choose what fly you want and depending on how many we decide to include you will make for example 20 flies of the same, mail them to me, then in return you will get one fly from each entry back having a whole new assortment of flies.

[bner]

then count me in

[Curtis]

I would like to join in. Let me know the details.

[Trout4x]

The first few to join can help decide how many people they want in, or how many flies you want to ty.

I wouldn't mind 15-20.

[Trout4x]

I am going to ty a Blood Head Disco.

Trout4x

[bcsort]

I just recieved my flies from the "Favorite Uintah Swap" and I like how it turned out for me.

I will definatley join this swap.

[nhancock]

I'm in. Although my favorite nymphs are pretty common.

[nhancock]

I tie a wooly bugger pattern that I use often on streams and rivers that is fairly unique (I have never seen it for sale). I usually tie it in a size 8. Would that qualify?

[Greg M]

I would be interested in doing this swap, my fly would be a tungsten bead head ph. tail. I have tore it up with this fly at any time of year on just about any stream.

Greg

[Trout4x]

I don't have a problem with letting a wooley bugger in, its not really a nymph but hey if it is as good as you say. As long as nobody else has a problem with it.


Let's cap it off at 20 entries.


Those that are going to enter please post the nymph you are going to select, first come first choice.

Trout4x

[Indylab]

I will tie a black mayfly nymph imitation. Works great on all rivers.

[nhancock]

I am in with a small bugger pattern. I tie it on a size 8 nymph hook so it is pretty small for a bugger but big for a nymph. I don't want to give to much away. It's a fly my uncle came up with and it works well. After the swap I will post the recipe.

[Trout4x]

This is who is in so far. If I over looked any please email me. If you have a specific question that you need answered.

flyfishing9@attbi.com

Those with ?????? Please choose a pattern.


Trout4x Blood Head Disco.
Nhancock small bugger pattern
Indylab black mayfly nymph imitation
Greg M tungsten bead head ph. Tail
Bner ??????????????
Bcsort ???????????????
Curtis ???????????????

[dryfly]

I would like to join this swap. I will tie a small hares ear variation.

[LOANJUMPER]

I have several that work great! Put me down for a Copper John.

[bcsort]

Prince Nymph Bead Head.

I hope someone will kick down a wiggling damsel pattern. I fished Mantua today and the fish were going Hog Wild over them little wiggle butts.

[bner]

what I will tie is similar to a chamois caddis

[Curtis]

I am in for a lightning bug.

[Trout4x]

This is who is in so far. If I over looked any please email me. If you have a specific question that you need answered.

flyfishing9@attbi.com

Those with ?????? Please choose a pattern.


Trout4x Blood Head Disco.
Nhancock Small bugger pattern
Indylab Black mayfly nymph imitation
Greg M Tungsten bead head ph. Tail
Bner Similar to a chamois caddis
Bcsort Prince Nymph Bead Head
Curtis Lightning bug.
LOANJUMPER Copper John
Dryfly Small hares ear variation


9 entries so far, need more don't be afraid to join a swap they are fun.

If you have joined and I missed your name please email me.

[Trout4x]

Still need people to join the swap, don't worry about your tying skills, this is just about having fun.

Pick a nymph pattern that you can ty and join the swap.


Trout4x

[Justin Q.]

I will join if you don't mind me tying an extremely simple fly that has been very successful for me lately...I have mentioned it in some other posts....It is basically a zebra nymph tied Yong-Special style...if everyone doesn't object to the tying of such a simple fly count me in...BTW, the reason I want to tie this fly is I think that other tyers will really enjoy how simple, but effective it is.

[Trout4x]

You are in! No objection!

10 have joined now, here is the list, we still would like a few more to join!

Trout4x Blood Head Disco.
Nhancock Small bugger pattern
Indylab Black mayfly nymph imitation
Greg M Tungsten bead head ph. Tail
Bner Similar to a chamois caddis
Bcsort Prince Nymph Bead Head
Curtis Lightning bug.
LOANJUMPER Copper John
Dryfly Small hares ear variation
Justin Q. zebra nymph tied Yong-Special style

[Trout4x]

We will give it a few more days before we start the swap.

Those that have signed up hang in. Those that want to sign up but are nervous because you have never participated in a swap before sign up, you will regret it if you don't.


Fish Often,


Trout4x

[kingfisher]

I have a nymph that has been simply phenomenal on the Provo lately. It is a version of the hare's ear that I call the Wood Duck Special. Any time there are PMD nymphs active, this thing REALLY cleans up! I am not sure exactly how a swap works, so I would appreciate some info.

Kingfisher

[Trout4x]

Let say you have 15 people who enter, you will tie 14 of the same flies unless you want to tie one more for yourself.

Then everyone that has joined will mail all flies to me, and then I will sort out one of each of the flies and mail them back to everyone. You will receive 14 diff. flies from everyone.


Latest update:

Trout4x Blood Head Disco.
Nhancock Small bugger pattern
Indylab Black mayfly nymph imitation
Greg M Tungsten bead head ph. Tail
Bner Similar to a chamois caddis
Bcsort Prince Nymph Bead Head
Curtis Lightning bug.
LOANJUMPER Copper John
Dryfly Small hares ear variation
Justin Q. zebra nymph tied Yong-Special style
kingfisher Wood Duck Special


Need a few more, don't be shy!


Trout4x

[Strike]

I am heading up Mirror lake highway tomorrow and will think about what fly I will tie. It been far too long since I have been fishing. My wife and I had our first child 3 months ago and so I am a bit more tied down lately.
Is it alright if it's a streamer or an emerger, or do you want to keep it a pure nymph swap?

[Trout4x]

I am not real picky, I hope others will not mind if a streamer or an emerger is involved, just glad to have you in.


Latest update:

Trout4x Blood Head Disco.
Nhancock Small bugger pattern
Indylab Black mayfly nymph imitation
Greg M Tungsten bead head ph. Tail
Bner Similar to a chamois caddis
Bcsort Prince Nymph Bead Head
Curtis Lightning bug.
LOANJUMPER Copper John
Dryfly Small hares ear variation
Justin Q. zebra nymph tied Yong-Special style
kingfisher Wood Duck Special
Strike ?????????

12 are in lets keep going!


Trout4x

[Dave R.]

I have a simple little pattern that I tied up just as a beginners practice excercise last fall and it turned out to be a killer pattern on the Logan. I'm just starting out tying but I know I can do a good job on this one. If this little fly is good enough for everyone, put me down for my "killer midge".

[Trout4x]

I know we have a few more out there that want in. Sign up!

Strike we need your fly pattern.


Latest update:

Trout4x Blood Head Disco.
Nhancock Small bugger pattern
Indylab Black mayfly nymph imitation
Greg M Tungsten bead head ph. Tail
Bner Similar to a chamois caddis
Bcsort Prince Nymph Bead Head
Curtis Lightning bug.
LOANJUMPER Copper John
Dryfly Small hares ear variation
Justin Q. zebra nymph tied Yong-Special style
kingfisher Wood Duck Special
Strike ?????????
Dave R. killer midge

13 are in lets keep going!


Trout4x

[Rng Spec]

What kind of time line are you looking at for getting the flies in?

If I have a few weeks I am in for the "Super Fly", BH marabou worm.

[KurtS]

I am in if there is still room. I will let you know of the pattern. Too many great ones to choose from.

[Trout4x]

We have 15 in so far.

I will close this once Strike & KurtS have replied with the fly they will enter.

In the meantime everyone that has entered please send me a confirmation email at flyfishing9@attbi.com

Anyone is still welcome to join until I post a swap is closed!

Latest update:

Trout4x Blood Head Disco.
Nhancock Small bugger pattern
Indylab Black mayfly nymph imitation
Greg M Tungsten bead head ph. Tail
Bner Similar to a chamois caddis
Bcsort Prince Nymph Bead Head
Curtis Lightning bug.
LOANJUMPER Copper John
Dryfly Small hares ear variation
Justin Q. zebra nymph tied Yong-Special style
kingfisher Wood Duck Special
Dave R. killer midge
Rng Spec BH marabou worm
Strike ?????????
KurtS ???????


15 are in still room.


Trout4x

[MOKE]

with a Northern Cali....Classic. The Birds Nest. Is something from out of area acceptable? I consider this fly a "Hoover" fly. It regularly fools unsuspecting fish, and isn't in everybodies box. Or maybe a Palomino Midge Soft Hackle.

I've never been in any swap before, so fill me in on the expectations of size,....yada yada yada....etc.

Anyone have a preference to a fly?

MOKE

[Trout4x]

How could I refuse the famous Moke? I would frame the fly you send.


Read this.

If you have more questions please email me @ flyfishing9@attbi.com

Any size that works.


Originally posted by Trout4x
Let say you have 15 people who enter, you will tie 14 of the same flies unless you want to tie one more for yourself.

Then everyone that has joined will mail all flies to me, and then I will sort out one of each of the flies and mail them back to everyone. You will receive 14 diff. flies from everyone.



Trout4x Blood Head Disco.
Nhancock Small bugger pattern
Indylab Black mayfly nymph imitation
Greg M Tungsten bead head ph. Tail
Bner Similar to a chamois caddis
Bcsort Prince Nymph Bead Head
Curtis Lightning bug.
LOANJUMPER Copper John
Dryfly Small hares ear variation
Justin Q. zebra nymph tied Yong-Special style
kingfisher Wood Duck Special
Dave R. killer midge
Rng Spec BH marabou worm
Strike ?????????
KurtS ???????
Moke Palomino Midge

Swap still open!!!!!!!!!!!!


Trout4x

[Trout4x]

KurtS waiting for fly selection.

Update:


Trout4x Blood Head Disco.
Nhancock Small bugger pattern
Indylab Black mayfly nymph imitation
Greg M Tungsten bead head ph. Tail
Bner Similar to a chamois caddis
Bcsort Prince Nymph Bead Head
Curtis Lightning bug.
LOANJUMPER Copper John
Dryfly Small hares ear variation
Justin Q. zebra nymph tied Yong-Special style
kingfisher Wood Duck Special
Dave R. killer midge
Rng Spec BH marabou worm
Strike parachute emerger
KurtS ???????
Moke Palomino Midge

Swap still open!!!!!!!!!!!!


Trout4x

[KurtS]

There are a lot I could choose from. I guess put me down for the GT emerger.

[Trout4x]

Thanks for all that have joined, please continue to email me a confirmation if you have not already done so.
flyfishing9@attbi.com

I will be contacting everyone via email to let you know the deadline as well my address to mail the flies.

Here is a list of the 16 entries:

Trout4x Blood Head Disco.
Nhancock Small bugger pattern
Indylab Black mayfly nymph imitation
Greg M Tungsten bead head ph. Tail
Bner Similar to a chamois caddis
Bcsort Prince Nymph Bead Head
Curtis Lightning bug.
LOANJUMPER Copper John
Dryfly Small hares ear variation
Justin Q. zebra nymph tied Yong-Special style
kingfisher Wood Duck Special
Dave R. killer midge
Rng Spec BH marabou worm
Strike parachute emerger
KurtS GT emerger
Moke Palomino Midge


Fish Often,

Trout4x

[Trout4x]

I am trying to confirm with everyone who is still in, some of you will not allow to have emails sent to you from this site. Please reply with an email to me. flyfishing9@attbi.com

Those that have confirmed thanks.


Trout4x

[Trout4x]

I am waiting on 5 people to confirn they are still in the swap, please let me know one way or another.


Need confirmation

I am trying to confirm with everyone who is still in, some of you will not allow to have emails sent to you from this site. Please reply with an email to me. flyfishing9@attbi.com

Those that have confirmed thanks.


Trout4x

[TROUTBOY]

If your still needing participants in this swap I'd like to join. I have a unique Midge pattern that I tye in size 22-24 using dyed porcupine quills and a dubbed head and two small wings made from crinkled pearlescent flashabou. This is my # 1 pattern for the Provo, Green and San Juan when the fish are being finicky. Again, I'd like to join in if your still taking names.

Thank You.

Greg

[Trout4x]

I have been unable to confirm with two people, I will give them another day or two, in the mean time start tying 16 of your flies, just in case unless you want to wait until I let you know you can fill a spot.

Flies should be in the mail by July 1st.

Email so I can keep you posted and send the mailing information.

flyfishing9@attbi.com

[Teewinot]

I just barely joined this website forum and I'm very interested in doing a swap with all of you if you can squeeze me into a spot that is unconfirmed. I'll start working on the flies just in case. Let me know if you have a spot.

If this one is filled are you going to be doing another one soon?

Thanks

[nhancock]

I had some things come up and I am going to have to drop out of the swap. I was really looking forward to it to.

Maybe Teewinot (in the above post) can take my place.

Sorry for the in convenience.

[bcsort]

I just need to apologize to who ever gets my first 5 flies. LOL

Way rushed!

[Trout4x]

You are in if you want, email me for details. Start tying a fly that is not on the list.

Flyfishing9@attbi.com

[Trout4x]

Indylab flies are in!

I think I will go fish with them, I will start with MOKES fly first. Since he said he likes used flies. I hope I don't lose it. LOL!

[dryfly]

I have lost count. How many people are in. I am almost done tying, should finish tonight.

[Trout4x]

17 people tie 16 flies.

[dryfly]

Ohay thanks. I will ship them tonight.

[Trout4x]

Kingfishers nymph is in! Thanks.

[Trout4x]

Just updating everyone, Troutboy's flies are in. Can't wait to try all the flies coming in.

Thanks to everyone keep the flies coming.

Trout4x

[Rng Spec]

Been gone for a week. My flies should be in the mail today.

[Dave R.]

My flies are going in the mail today as well; I hoped to be able to drop them off but my schedule is crazy till the 4th. Can't wait to see all the flies!

[bner]

you will be getting my sooner than later

[MOKE]

Don't spit in my flies! :)
I know we disagreed about FANG.... Lets just call it water under the bridge, and maybe pitch a fly at it.
I still think of you like a son despite the fact that I just found out about this today ;).... Do you still love me? :-[....ewww
Don't spit in my flies! :)...please

Peace and Banana Nut Bread.
MOKE

[Trout4x]

I will not spit in your flies MOKE, I am like you it will (Father like Son) it will take a lot more than disagreeing on killing stupid snakes to make me spit in your flies. I enjoy life to much to let other peoples views get me down.

Update on the flies.

MOKE's came
Teewinot hand delivered, nice meeting you can't wait to fish together.
Kurt S flies also came.

Total of seven sets here including mine.

[Greg M]

Sorry guy's,

As I said in a message to Trout4x, sat down to tie the flies over the weekend, got through about three flies and couldn't find any more bead heads. Knowing that I had recently purchased a package of tungsten head I started to go through my gear. (remember the post on your worst fishing nightmare, mine is not being able to find what I know I have, starting to experience that here)

After much searching I learned that my 4 year old had run off with the tungsten heads, they are now interspersed with the rest of the "dress up" jewelry.

So now I will have to hit sportsmans warehouse again (wife hates it when I do that) and starting tying the rest. I will follow-up and get those to you after the 4th holiday.

Enjoy,

Greg M

[Trout4x]

DAVE R. your flies made it.
STRIKE Your flies came today as well.

So as of now we have.

TROUT4x
MOKE
Teewinot
Kurt S
Troutboy
Kingfisher
DAVE R.
STRIKE

[Trout4x]

Today flies from these members came in.

Rng Spec
Bner
Justin Q.
bcsort


Keep them coming.


Thanks,

Trout4x

[Trout4x]

Dryfly your flies came.

If I have not listed your flies in coming and you have signed up please update me on the status of your flies.

Thanks,

Trout4x

[dryfly]

I am glad they made it alright. I'm looking forward to seeing all the others.

[Trout4x]

Indylab & Pathaws

Here are the flies I have received.

Trout4x
MOKE
Teewinot
Kurt S
Troutboy
Kingfisher
DAVE R.
STRIKE
Dryfly
Rng Spec
Bner
Justin Q.
bcsort
pathaws
Indylab

*************Waiting on************

Greg M.
Curtis

**********************************

[Trout4x]

I have not heard from Curtis or Greg M.

All others that have sent flies in how long do you want me to wait before I send the flies assuming that they are not going to send flies? 1 or 2 more weeks you let me know.

[Teewinot]

I don't mind waiting 2 more weeks -- obviously it would be great if they were all in on time -- but 2 weeks will be fine. Lets not wait any time beyond that though.

[Trout4x]

I have not heard from the participants that I am waiting on flies. It is Monday morning, I will see what comes in the mail today if anything and prepare everything to be shipped out.

[Greg M]

Trout4x,

My fly's are in the mail, headed to you.

Sorry for the wait.

Greg M

[Trout4x]

Both have confirmed. Both say flies are coming, so we will give it a little more time.

As soon as flies are in I will get them back out in the mail.

Thanks to everyone for being patient.

Trout4x

[Trout4x]

Greg M.'s flies arrived today. The other participant sent me an email saying he had to drop out.

So I now have all the flies and will be mailing them out in the next Month or two. (LOL) Ok the next day or so.

I want to thank everyone that participated for doing so, I think you all will be happy with the flies you are receiving.

If anyone has changed their minds and wishes not to have any flies returned just let me know.

MOKE I have managed to lose all your flies but the one Greg M just sent. SORRY!


Fish Often,

Trout4x

[Teewinot]

Went and picked up my flies yesterday from Trout4x before he could go fish with them all and lose em. :)

Just wanted to thank everyone for the great flies. I look forward to fishing with them!

Thanks to Trout4x for organizing this one.

If anyone hasn't tried a swap, you ought to give it a shot.

[Trout4x]

Just letting you know all flies went out today. (Monday 22nd)

To some it seems like a very long wait to others it seems like a fast turn around.

I want to say thanks to everyone that did participate in the swap, I hope you will join other swap I have in the future.

I am pleased with all the flies, I will be emailing out the recipes soon.

Thanks again ya'll have been great!


Trout4x

[MOKE]

Somehow I missed your last post.
I don't care that you lost them, so long as you didn't spit on 'em! ;)

I might even be able to fish with them by next year :( ...ouch.

Thanks for the efforts on this!

Pops / MOKE

[Strike]

The flies look great! Thanks to all who participated. And hats off to Trout4x for organizing such a great swap. I am especially interested in the "how to" tie the midge with the verticle bead on top of the hook. If you could please e-mail me, I would love get the details on how you tied such a great fly!

Thanks again to all!

[Trout4x]

Be mailing out all the recipes hopefully later today. In the email if you notice your fly is not listed please send a copy so we can distribute to everyone that participated.

Thanks again,


Trout4x

[Greg M]

Received my flies yesterday, they look great! Thanks everyone for waiting on my slow hands to get the last flies in.

One question, I know that Trout4x asked for everyone’s recipe, are those available?

Thanks again,

Greg M

[Trout4x]

I emailed the recipes I had, please see if yours is included in the attached file, if not please submit one.

Thanks again for everyone's participation.


Trout4x

[Rng Spec]

Received mine yesterday. Very nice.

Thanks, for a great swap.
Rng

[MOKE]

And might I say well done all!
This was my first ever swap. I learned alot and enjoyed participating.
Learned: That next time, I take the time to tag and identify my fly :)

Peace and thanks
MOKE

edit
BTW....Mine is the small brown extended body bh soft hackle.