Mayfly wings

[jevs]

I remember using a certain feather to tie mayfly wings many moons ago. They were basically "n" shaped feather....ie they bend over through 180 degrees.

Can't remember what they were...any suggestions ?

Andy

[arkle]

Mallard breast possibly, they're used a lot on Irish mayfly patterns.

[Chris Reeves]

That sounds about right, the natural curve of the breast feather makes it ideal for the wings (even if it is really too big to be a good imitation, ) they certainly sell well and must get eaten by a lot of fish.