Higa’s SOS was created by Spencer Higa – he’s also the fantastic lead guide at Falcon’s Ledge in Utah.
Spencer gave me a little insider info about creating this fly ~
“The SOS was created to imitate a couple of different bugs. I spend a lot of my time fishing tailwaters so I combined two of my favorite patterns the pheasant tail and zebra midge. It has all the characteristics of a baetis with a thin segmented body, which also looks like a midge. I’ve also added a red wingcase which acts as an attracter. I originally fished this fly mainly on tailwaters but soon discovered that it works pretty much everywhere. Fish it before, during and after a BWO hatch or just use it to search when there’s nothing hatching.”
Deceptively Delicious ~ (Photo courtesy of FlyFishingFrenzy)
REVIEWS:
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The guys over at FlyFishingFrenzy are always raving about this fly and the success they’ve consistently had with it. See HERE.
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Outsmarting Fish also did a nifty overview and tying tutorial HERE.
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AND the SOS can be purchased directly from Orvis HERE ~ read the reviews on the Orvis site!
But wait. There’s more!
FlyFishilicious Tie it. Love it. – SOS KIT
ONLY on FlyFishilicous.com
Limited Quantity Available – so act quickly!
Everything you need to tie the SOS at home
(minus the black thread – I’m assuming you have that)
I personally hand assembled kits to make (13) flies – size 16.
And yes, that is recycled newspaper packaging in case you were wondering.
~~ GIVEAWAY ~~
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In honor of the new blog design & features
I’ve got some great swag for you
Big THANK YOU to Redington, Fishpond & RIO for donating some fantastic items!!
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I met Spencer last week at the Sacramento ISE and he’s a righteous dude. And you can’t tell you’re hanging out with someone famous….
Derek – I think you should get something for leaving the first comment – Use the Contact Me form and send me your address. You’re also lucky Giveaway entry #1 !!
Looking good! I have done everything you asked for 4 entries. Who doesn’t like SWAG?!
https://twitter.com/foul_hook/status/162729108923617284
Nick – Your lucky numbers are #2 #3 #4 and #5 ! Thanks for stopping by!!
I like the SOS. From the description this fly will come in handy since it can imitate several insects. The theme and music to the video was great!
Angelo – It IS a great fly. Your number is #6
I’ve never tied a fly before. Looks great Jen
Robert – Here is your chance to start tying with a super great fly – get the kit!! You are #7.
Like the new look of the website. Congrats on the updates. Fly ain’t bad either. Appears to be a deadly pattern.
T! – Thanks, I’m happy with the way the new look turned out! You are #8.
Good stuff here. Glad to see some fine companies support your site.
Hopper Juan – Thank you. These companies have been good to me! You are #9
no joke it is an awesome fly. i have fished in all different types of waters different times of year and it always seems to produce. everyone better enter to win because these flies are constantly sold out on the Orvis websites. Jen, I will share this everywhere!
Big Hoss – THANK YOU for providing the fish pic! You didn’t state exactly where you shared it..yet – you can always leave me another comment…so right now your entry number is #10
I shared on Facebook, twitter and ‘Liked’ Falcon’s Ledge.
Angelo – Thank you. I believe that’s 5 entries! #11, #12, #13, #14 and #15 – Good luck!!
Great fly and great write-up on your blog. New format looks really nice. Good job!
Oh, and free swag is always choice!
Chad – I love free swag too – Good luck! #16
I have heard quite a bit about this particular creation. It’s crazy how certain patterns become staple flies.
Chris – A great pattern will never die! #20
Liked Falcons Ledge in FB. 1
#21
Liked Falcons Ledge in FB. 2
#22
That fly is quite sexy if I do say so myself….Facebooked,liked,commented(;
Austin – you need to fish it! Your lucky duck numbers are #23, #24, #25 and #26
like the redesign. nice job.
Dub – Thank you. And I know you shared on Facebook too – so your entry numbers are #27 and #28
Rock on, love the new layout! This is an awesome idea! Don’t enter me in the giveaway though, I do support the concept. (I look forward to the articulated streamers…)
Gracias Senior OBIF – Articulated streamers, huh – might be awhile before I get to those!
Liked, tweeted, shared, stumbleAlso likedd it, emailed to a friend (flyfishcouple–the other half). Also liked Couldn’t've Edge on DB, cool site! Like your blog, good for you diving straight into fly fishing. Reminds me of me when I started.
Twitter chixwithstixca
Cheers!
Deb – Wow. Forgive me if I counted wrong, but I think that gives you 8 entries. Fantastic! #29, #30, #31, #32, #33, #34, #35, #36
Fly fishermen are such amusing creatures.
Roderick Hawg-Brown – Amazing indeed. I hope to have a hawg photo for your gallery in no time – you’re on my ‘hit list’
Your number is #37
That’s a fantastic fly Jen, might have to take you up on the offer of stuff to tie some – although Humpies are my current bete noir – better beat them before I try another pattern!!
You really are talented, hope the fish gods smile upon you…
Tweeted (@yarravalleyfly)
Liked on FB
+1′d on Google
commented…
Tight lines!
Mark – Thank you for your kind words! Looks like you’ve gained 5 entries for your much appreciated efforts. #38, #39, #40, #41, #42 Tight Lines indeed!
looks awesome I’d love to try it out
Brad – I think you DO need to try it out! Your lucky number is #43
Awesome. I’ve been noticing we have some tricky trout here in Virginia… Maybe these SOS will help. Also, Falcon’s Leadge “liked.” Thanks! Great new layout
Nash – I think it couldn’t hurt to throw these at your tricky trout – you never know!! #44, #45, #46 – Good luck!
Posted on Facebook, liked Falcon’s Ledge.
Love the SOS – my 7 year old son caught his first fish on a fly rod with the SOS.
Chris -That’s a great story! Would you consider leaving a ‘review’ on the SOS on the Orvis page here http://www.orvis.com/store/product.aspx?pf_id=3R8Y&dir_id=1236&group_id=14825&cat_id=17479&subcat_id=17486 — (and anyone else who has tried it out) I know Spencer would really appreciate it!
Your entry numbers are #47, #48, #49, #50
Damn safe. hahaha
Trout Sniper – Your precious toes. Here’s hoping #51 is your lucky number!
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My Reply: Pat – That gives you luck numbers #17, #18 and #19. Thanks for stopping by – come again soon!
(Sorry Pat your comment went awry for some reason so I’m re-posting it for you)
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I’m hooked, YUM-YUM goes my tum…
Eli – I’m not sure the flies would be tasty for us humans!
#52
Love the S.O.S. vid! Where are the mini fly patterns on your nails tho??
MotoFly – Mini fly patterns on my nails…humm.
#53
Jen, cool bug well tied, and I like the new site
Ty – You’ll have to show me some of your patterns sometime soon. #54
Hey Jen! Posted here (love your site!), shared on FB, and gave Spencer some “luv” (liked his site too!)…. Looking forward to getting entries for your awesome SWAG! Tight lines, Girl!
Tanya – Thank you, always glad to see other ladies! #55, #56, #57, #58
Love the looks of the HIGA’s SOS!!
Lynn – I hope you like your kit, let me know if you’d like me to hand tie some for you! #59
hey Jen,
I shared you on FB, liked Falcon’s Ledge on FB, and love that new fly and this blog!
The Bird Nerd – YEAH! Thanks for the ‘love’. You are lucky numbers #60, #61, #62 and #63
This is AWESOME!!! Not only for you but also for a great fly!! Had great success when out in CO fishing the Big Thompson with this fly and a cress bug trailing a Girdle bug~ Tight Lines and keep up the awesome Work!!!!
Koz
Koz – Thank you for the support. I know you also shared this on Facebook too! #64, #65
Love the new website look. Maybe winning this will get me into tying finally.
Chase – It’s inevitable.
#66
btw, it was before i knew there was a contest
You’re awesome!
I tie and fish the PT in many different styles and on most trips and agree that it is a good fly for many curcumistances/ I don’t fish midges much at all, but this fly has me curious and I might just have to tie up a few and give them a try. Thanks for sharing.
I also shared this on twitter and my Facebook and liked Falcon’s Lddge FB page.
Passinthru – It wouldn’t hurt to give it a try for sure! Thank you for sharing! 5 entries – #67, #68, #69, #70, #71
I just ordered up the kit and can’t wait to give this a try on my home water! Looks like a sexy nymph all the way thru, the browns wont know what hit them!
Brad – You’ll have to let us know how it works out! #72
Awesome fly! I like multi-purpose flies. Nice to be able to hit a bunch of trigger points with the fish than trying to match up exact size, color, sillouhete, etc.
Garrett – You’ve got that right! Give the SOS a whirl!
#73
Excellent blog, shared you on FB and liked Falcon’s Ledge.
Keep up the great work.
The video for the fly is great.
Bud
Bud – Glad you liked the video and thank you for the shares! Your entry numbers are #74, #75, #76 and #77
Great stuff as always. And now a giveaway to go with it? I would have been good withe the tying instruction but a chance to win too – sweet!
ayearonthefly – Thank you & Good luck! #78
Great site, great fly. I love it. I am going to tie some of these this weekend!
Dale – We’d love to know how they work out for you! #79
Hey Jen, love the new site! So I posted on FB, twitter @stewallen, & google+. Also liked Falcon Lodge on FB. Can’t wait to tie and most importantly fish the SOS.
Stew – I think that’s enough awesomeness for 6 entries!! #80, #81, #82, #83, #84, #85 – Good luck!!
Long time reader first time responder, keep it up. I like the old school, sharing face to face and will be sure to make this a topic of discussion.
i guess i got innovative and liked on FB and everything
Mike – Thanks for being a long time reader – I’d love to see you respond more often! I ::think:: from what I’m reading it’s 2 entries? Let me know if I’m incorrect and I’ll give you more numbers. #86, #87
Liked Falcons Ledge and commented favourably too…
More entries??
Mark – I gave you entries for all of those! Thanks for spreading the word!
Hey Jen, hope you got my order as well
Also liked on FB and shared on FB as well!
Brad – I did get your order – and I’ll get that out shortly. Thank you! #88, #89, #90
I really like this pattern! Might have to order this kit, never used the fly before, but it looks really great! Is the kit only in size 16? some smaller ones would be nice like some 18-22′s..I need to trick some smart trout in a few of the eastern tailwaters
Nice website too!!
Jon – The kit comes with size 16 hooks – but you can always use the materials to tie the pattern on any similar smaller hooks you have available. I think they’d work well for you
#91
I forgot to mention that I liked this on facebook, shared it to my wall, tweeted about it and liked Falcons Ledge too
Dale – Sounds like 5 extra entries coming your way! #92, #93, #94, #95, #96
seeing as i just started tying flies, this one looks sufficiently out of my league. i want to try it. liked falcon’s ledge and posted to twitter. cheers.
Ivan – Hey man – thanks for stopping in! The fly in the video was probably the 12th fly I had EVER tied. It’s really not that difficult – you can do it! #97, #98, #99, #100
Love the new face of the blog! It looks great!!!!!!! Awesome flies too!
I did 1 email, 1 tweet to 200 followers, 1 post to my Facebook, 1 comment above, 1 message to my blogs followers
Morgan – Thank you for all the Fishilicious ‘love’!! – Good Luck! #101, #102, #103, #104, #105
Wow awesome work there! You inspire me as I sit here in front of all my new tying goodies trying to learn how to do this!
I tweeted, liked and +1′ed your blog. Will also share, and I’m heading to Falcon’s Ledge right now! Gotta love swag!
Pam – Get the kit. You can do this!! Thanks for all the Fishilicious ‘love’! #106, #107, #108, #109, #110, #111, #112
Good Looking fly. I love the movie.
Kevin – Thank you kindly. I’m glad you liked the movie.
#113
Gonna have to tie some of these up and try them out on the local waters.
Did everything. Forgot to mention that in my past post.
Jim – Thanks for commenting! Not exactly sure what ‘everything’ is, does 4 entries sound fair? Good luck! #114, #115, #116, #117
Great SBS
I like the fly.
Ulf – Glad you like the fly. Have you given it a try? #118
Hi Jen.
I have tried to tie the fly. I have also shared your link on my blog and on Facebook. I also liked Falcons ledges page on Facebook. I + on your blog. Lots of fly tiers feelings in the air.
http://pattegrisen.blogspot.com/2012/01/higas-sos-fluga.html
Sincerely, Ulf Brandin Sweden
Ulf – That’s fantastic – you’ll have to tell us how the fly works! Sounds like 5 more entries are in order ~ #119, #120, #121, #122, #123
I’ll have to try the fly on nearbly Arkansas tailwaters…looks good. I’m a new tier, but this looks doable…..always enjoy your posts since fly fishing is a new pursuit. Also “liked” falcon’s ledge, “like” FB FlyFishilicious, shared via email, coment….thanks!
Jeff – Welcome fellow new fly fisher! I’d love to hear a report on how it works on the Arkansas! Your lucky entry numbers are #124, #125, #126, #127, #128 – Good luck!!
Nice SBS and a great Blog! Thanks for sharing
JH
Jason – Thanks for stopping by! #129
Love your site and the bug! Can’t wait to try it. Also did everything above to get entered to win!
Mat – Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m not sure exactly what you did – so how’s 5 entries? Let me know if it’s otherwise! #130, #131, #132, #133, #134 ~ Good luck!
Great fly from a great guy!
Brian – I agree! #135
Hi Jen,
Great idea in putting together kit for your fly. Should be a big help for people just starting out and trying to keep there initial start-up costs low. Great looking fly, can’t wait to tie it. Thanks for posting it!
J. D’Amico
Forgot to mention, I left a comment and liked Falcon’s Ledge as well. Thanks Again!
Jeff – That was my thought ~ people who are just starting to tie and would like to try the fly first before spending more $$ on supplies. Thanks for your comment!
#136, #137, #138
Wow..I’m so glad to have found your G+ account and by default your blog. I’m new to fly fishing and just starting to learn to tie flies. So much good stuff on here.. I can’t stop reading
Oh yeah.. I shared your posts on facebook and g+
Hal – I’m so glad you found the blog and are enjoying it, welcome!! This is a great fly for a newbie – get the kit! #139, #140 Good luck!
This fly look tasty. I’m hitting the Miracle Mile next month and this looks like something that might be a big hit. If I don’t win I will definitely order.
Jenkins – I could bet at least a dollar that this bug would work on Miracle Mile! Good luck – #141
That’s probably a safe bet and any price. Btw, I have now followed you on Twitter and Google+ and shared a post each. AND I am now “like”-ing Falcon’s Ledge on the Facebook.
Enjoy your Monday!
Cheers!
Jenkins – Thank you! #142. #143. #144, #145
Great fly! Simple and effective.
Mark – Have you used it before? #146
The blog is good and getting better all the time.
Bud
Bud – Thank you. I’m glad you’re liking it! #147
Jen,
You’ve gotten me to dust off my vise again.
Larry
Larry – Yes, dust it off and tie some flies already! #148
Shared, commented, “liked” and even tied a handful of SOS’s last night. Great looking pattern to help kick off the new design, keep up the excellent posts, and thanks to Jason at FR for introducing me to Fly Fishalicious!
Charley – Let us know how they work out for you! Your lucky entry numbers are – #149, #150, #151, #152
Great job Jen! It’s good to see companies supporting you! My fly bench is in storage for 1 more week, then I can begin tying again….I didn’t realize that I rely on tying flies for relaxation and mediation so much!
Happy fishing,
MS
Michael – Countdown to fly tying fun! #153
I thought only us Utah fly fishers knew about his S.O.S.?! Haha very nice kits, and who doesn’t like free swag!
Chance – Yeah, it’s gone international now -watch out fishies! #154
Love the blog, love the fly, and the old timey video of it being tied. Nice touch!
Ken, Thank you, thank you and thank you! #155
Oh I love contests…link to twitter post on Jazz & Fly Fishing…Love these guys. https://twitter.com/#!/ProjectFlyFish/status/164033884563058688
Giving ya’ a little G+ love also….https://plus.google.com/u/0/?tab=mX#100970230041802518513/posts/jN4Ju1Xycos
btw – I love the new front page layout.
Chris – The shares are very much appreciated. I’m glad you like the new layout! #156, #157, #158
found you from another blog, bookmarked and liked to the max on FB. Also liked the Falcon lodge!
Thanks for the competition
Eunan – Thank you, I hope you enjoy! #159, #160, #161, #162
I found your blog through my google reader and have added you as a must read blog! It is really good stuff!
I also went ahead and ordered a fly tying bundle to share with my fly tying group.
I also have added the RFalcon’s Ledge on my facebook.
Thanks!
Mike – I’m glad Google Reader led you here & I hope you enjoy the kit- Thank you for your support! #163, #164, #165
Great looking stuff.Following you on Twitter also.Thanks
Mike – Thanks #166, #167
Can’t wait for my kits to arrive Jen, you really are clever are’nt you? Was just watching the video again – that’s a pretty shade of polish, you could be a hand model (also makes a nice change not to see a rough, hairy paw tying a fly…)
Cheers,
Mark – Thank you, thank you. You are funny – and much too kind!
I love the new layout, as an IT guy, I love simple, easy to nagivate as it projects well for those who aren’t IT guys.. I liked that page, shared a comment from here on facebook and left a nice comment
So thats 4 right?
-Zach
Zach – I’m glad to hear you approve of the layout!
Yes four lucky numbers coming your way – #168, #169, #170, #171 – Good luck!
Posted on FB, Liked Falcons Ledge. I’m veery excited about the tutorial, ready to tie some up!
Pete, Let me know how those flies turn out! #172, #173, #174, #175
Hi Jen,
Great giveaway. I’m in.
- Tweeted to my @deanwo stream
- Posted to the Gin Clear Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/GinClearBlog)
- Posted to the Gin Clear G+ page (https://plus.google.com/u/0/b/117922645454398445993/me/posts)
- Falcon’s Ledge “liked” on Facebook
Thanks!
Deanwo – Yeah Gin Clear!! Looks like that’s 6 super duper entries for you. #176, #177, #178, #179, #180, #181 – Good luck!!
Thanks, Jen!
Jen, I liked Falcon’s Ledge on FB. Hope I win, can’t wait to test it out on the Provo!
Aaron – Thanks. I hear it works very nicely on the Provo! #182, #183, #184
Thanks Jen!
You guys are awesome!!
Like’ Falcon’s Ledge on Facebook
Troutman Brook – Thank you! #185, #186, #187
definitely going to have to give this one a go. Just need to pick up some 1130s…
Isaac – Or get the kit!!
#188
Would love to win this so I can show my grandsons how to tie Fly-Fishing hooks
Jack – If you don’t win – get the kit! #189
Great site, great blog! A FB share, Tweet, and a like on Falcons Ledge: Complete!
Kevin – Thanks! #190, #191, #192, #193, #194 – Good luck!
I tweeted “Tie it. Love it: Higa’s SOS & BIG Giveaway too! http://www.flyfishilicious.com/2012/01/23/tie-it-love-it-higas-sos/“
Jack – Thanks for the tweet! #195
I “like” Falcon’s Ledge on Facebook
#196
I +1′ed Falcon’s Ledge Google+
#197
I shared on LinkedIn.
#198
Comment! Big money, no whammies!!
Andrew – No whammies!! #199
Thanks for posting this! I love this fly!
Jeff – Thank you! You’re lucky entry #200
Just found you guys…this is a great promo you have on the go. I have liked & shared the Falcons Ledge page as well as shared this page on my FB wall
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I also tweeted you for a little extra karma (not for entries)
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Scott – Sounds like it’s all good for 5 lucky entries! Thank you. #201, #202, #203, #204, #205
What a great looking fly, so good I am going to tie a bunch of them up. Thanks for a great fly and a great site.
Ross – Thank you. Be sure to share how the fly works out for you! #206
Jen – I just tweeted this page as well, I don’t have many followers but hopefully some folks will swing by. Any chance at an additional entry?
Aaron – Of course – thank you! #207
I just liked Falcons Ledge on Facebook. The S.O.S is why I have just started tying flies after 15 years of fly fishing.
Nathan- That is so awesome! Thank you for sharing that! #208, #209, #210
Already like Falcons Ledge on FB, liked flyfisholicious and shared this post. Who can pass up on some SOS?
Adam – Thanks for sharing the post and liking everything! #211, #212, #213, #214, #215
Posted here (love your site!), shared and left comment on FB, and gave Spencer some “luv” (liked his site too!)…. Looking forward to getting entries for your awesome SWAG! Tight lines, big fish!
Shawnalee – Thank you so much!! #216, #217, #218, #219, #220
thanks for the giveaway
Ted, You’re welcome! #221
Liked Falcon’s Ledge on Facebook as Ted Kooper
#222
Liked Falcon’s Ledge on Facebook as Ted Kooper #2
#223
shared on google+
https://plus.google.com/u/0/100389132125362347605/posts/DXQftyVfYZP
#224
http://www.facebook.com/ted.kooper/posts/243366199075267
#225
Great Stuff shared on FB
Ryan – Thank you so very much! #226, #227
Fantastic Jen!! My wife has started to fly fish and she loves browsing your site! (I think she looks at fish porn more than me!!)
Rick – That’s awesome, I’m glad she likes it (fishing and the site)!
#228
I like falcons edge liked your page and shared posts,thanks for the chance for great prizes and a great page to join.
Crab – Thank you! #229, #230, #231, #232
I am tying a few tonight, nice pattern fo sho!!!
John – Tell us how they work out for you!
#233
Excellent work Jen!
Eric – Thank you!! #234
Love the site and the fly. Thanks Jen!
Lee – I’m glad, thank you! #235
This was cool to watch- I’d like to get stuff for my husband, he would love to start fly fishing
Dawnie – Nice to see you over here!! #236
The site is comin along. I have the Mutton hallow 2 fly coming up. Im gonna fish the SOS!
PACOFRANSICO – Cool! #237
I think I need a new fishing hat. Love your site. Love you!
Oh yeah, I also liked Falcon’s Ledge
Mom – Thanks! Love you! #238, #239, #240
I have put the SOS up against my favorite trailer the Rs2 and I would say 75% of the time the SOS would get the take. The SOS trailing a Rs2 is my go- to rig.
Doug – This fly seems to be quite the hit with the fish!
#241
Okay everyone – I’m officially closing the comments for the Giveaway! Next post will be the winners!
Just found your site, too late I see. But I would like to buy a kit where do I go? Also, my fly fishing guide and mentor (a friend) gives his thumbs up too.
Cary, You should see an ‘Add to Cart’ button in the middle of this post. AND I just added a ‘Buy Now’ button at the bottom of the Winners post – http://www.flyfishilicious.com/2012/02/01/giveaway-winners/
Enjoy!
[...] BIG thank you to everyone who stopped by and left comments on the SOS post! [...]
As promised, I purchased. I look forward to more giveaways, though!
Thanks, Jen!
john jenkin
Got it. Thank you very much for your support John!
[...] YES that’s a Higa’s S.O.S. Did you recognize it? Yum, the fish are lovin’ it!! Tie it. Love it. Higa’s S.O.S. I happen to have 3 kits left If you’d like to try your hand at tying my [...]
Retweeted.. liked Falcons Ledge. And I’m leaving a comment.. Ain’t I special… Thanks for the opportunity to win some stuff..
Sorry Ed – I re-posted this link to tie the Higa’s SOS but the Giveaway has expired. The original post was written awhile back.
Great fly Jen. I bought your package and tied up a dozen. they have been great flies all season!
the perfect fly to add to my flybox for my next trip!! thanks for sharing and the awesome instructional!!!
VERY fun fly to make! Thanks for the instructions!
I bought a pack and tied them up when you offered them at the beginning of the year. I have fished them once or twice this year without much success, but I decided to tie one on this weekend and it was all that worked! What a great fly! Now to tie up some more….