About the Elk Hair Caddis Trout Fly
This pattern created originally by Al Troth as a Bass fly has become a standard in the US, Europe and UK as a 'Sedge' imitation for Trout.
If there was only room for one sedge fly pattern in your box this would be a great choice.
Expert Tip:
The combination of Elk hair and a palmered body creates an almost unsinkable fly.
Creator of this trout fly: Al Troth
Tier of this trout fly: Mandy Shelvey
Country of origin for this trout fly: USA
This trout fly is designed to be fished on Dams & Reservoirs, Rivers & Streams, Still Water fish
Dressings
- Hook : 14
- Body : Green seal's fur or synthetic dubbing
- Palmered Hackle : Short fibred brown cock hackle
- Wing : Natural Elk with butt clipped to create small head
Deerhair can be used as an alternative as a wing dressing
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