We all know mop flies. Just like Squirmy Worm nymphs, they created a real wave in the fly-fishing world: “Those aren’t flies,” “What even are these things?”, “They’re weird,” and so on. In the end, what matters is that they catch fish—no matter what some people say. Personally, I’ve never fished mop flies. But I had ...
Today I’m tying a simple caddis larva pattern that I keep coming back to again and again. For me, caddis larvae have always been a confidence fly—especially on small mountain streams—so every now and then I get that “caddis tying fever” and I just have to sit down at the vise. Normally I tie this model ...
Sometimes I get a “fever” for tying caddis larvae. I don’t know why—probably because a long time ago, when I was a kid fishing small mountain streams in summer, these flies were the most effective ones for me. I also simply enjoy tying them. They have a very distinctive shape, and it’s genuinely fun to build ...
Most modern nymphs include a strong orange or pink hotspot just behind the bead. It works very well, but in clear water or on pressured rivers this bright collar can sometimes be too much, especially when grayling and trout inspect the fly closely. In this variation, I prefer a more discreet approach which I learned from ...
When grayling become selective in autumn, this little nymph never fails.The Black & Red PT Killer has proven again and again to be one of the most effective patterns for cold-season fishing. Its slim silhouette, black body and a tiny red flash provided by ribbing make it irresistible in clear or slightly tinted waters. It’s a ...
Here’s a fly that’s easy to tie without any hassle: the Micro Caddis Pupa tied with Mojo Yarn. Any beginner in fly tying can make it. Of course, this fly can be tied with almost any material, but Mojo Yarn is especially suitable for small patterns. Tying tips: I highlighted the body segmentation by using nylon ...
At first look, it might not seem extraordinary, but this legendary Italian fly pattern has earned a place of honor in the world of trout fishing. Widely used across Italy’s rivers and streams, the Pettirosso nymph stands out with its distinctive red-orange collar, reminiscent of a robin’s breast, crafted from soft hen or partridge hackle ...
Atomic Green Ribbed Nymph was created to offer strong contrast in deep pools or murky water. It’s designed to be fished in fast currents, behind structures and large rocks where trout often hide. For this reason, I made the body dark—but not completely black. I used a blend of squirrel dubbing in black and pepper ...
Nothing too fancy to say—this super simple fly, often called a Frenchie by American anglers, is a minimalist variation of the classic Pheasant Tail, tied as a stimulator. It has everything you need: a well-proportioned tail for balance, pheasant barbs in the body for that natural brown tone, and a thorax made of synthetic dubbing ...
Pine Squirrel Nymph & Red Ribbing- a perfect beginner-friendly nymph—one that’s super simple to tie and, even better, catches trout from the very first cast! When most people start fly tying, they’re tempted to jump into complex patterns with a dozen materials, tricky proportions, and advanced techniques. But that can be overwhelming—especially when you’re just learning ...
