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S T E P S
Tying
The M.R.E. Hopper
by James Smith
What you'll need
Hook: Dai-Riki # 700 Size 10 or equivalent
6/0 thread
Head and Body: Rayon Chenille Fine or Standard 2 colors
Underbody: Deer hair color of choice (only the tips will show)
Wing: Bleached Elk hair
Wing: Crystal Flash optional
Legs: Round Rubber 2 strips 1.5 inches long
The M.R.E. Hopper is a simple to ty, very affective small hopper pattern. Ty this pattern in all black for a great cricket imitation. A nice pattern for late summer or early fall and it won't stop you up for a week like a Chile Mac M.R.E.