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 ...
In the world of dry flies, few patterns are as essential as the CDC sedge. It’s a reliable choice during caddis hatches and evening rises, and it has earned a place in nearly every serious fly angler’s box. But even the classics can be improved. In this article, I’ll show you how a small change in ...
This fly is tied as delicate as possible: the body is made entirely from thread to keep it slim and natural, and for the hackle I’ve combined CDC and mallard for a soft, elegant profile. I’m also using the Micro Split Thread technique to achieve that fine, balanced look — perfect for targeting selective trout ...
Here is a truly unique and innovative dry fly —one that ditches the traditional rooster hackle in favor of hare fur! This pattern is inspired by a classic French tying technique (a technique popularized by the famous french fly tier JP Dessaigne), developed during a time when high-quality rooster hackle was both rare and ...
Here is a super buggy sedge pattern that stands out from the usual ones. This one breaks away from tradition by skipping the rooster hackle. Instead, I've used a CDC wing combined with hare guard fur for the collar, creating a natural, high-floating fly that excels in fast-flowing waters. This style of tying with hare ...
Here is a video with my simplest version of caddis nymph. It’s super effective because it’s fat, durable, and packed with energy, making it an irresistible meal for fish. This is why caddis larvae are one of the most important food sources for trout and grayling in freshwater rivers and streams. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WdVmhGlszZ0 There’s a little story ...
Here’s a video showing how a mayfly nymph using Mojo Yarn. Of course, this is a classic fly that can be tied with various materials. In this video, I demonstrate how I use Mojo Yarn for the body of this pattern. Materials: Hook: Demmon 603 #14-16 Thread: Sumo 50DEN Weight: Tungsten wire Body: Mojo Yarn in any color you like Tail: Partridge Back: ...
The Danica CDC Emerger is a superb fly pattern designed to imitate the emerger stage of Ephemera danica, also known in the USA as the green drake mayfly. This stage, when the mayfly transitions from nymph to adult, is a prime feeding opportunity for trout. In this article, I share my version of this emerger, specifically ...
Are you struggling to keep track of your fly in low-light conditions or under intense sunlight? You’re not alone! In this post, I’ll share my way to creating a highly visible emerger pattern that works in all lighting situations. Whether you’re fishing on overcast days or under bright, glaring sunlight, this fly will make sure ...
