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dry

CDC October Caddis

Sizes:

#10

Color:

tan/brown

The CDC & deer hair caddis dry is the perfect october caddis dry fly imitation. The pattern features an amber dubbing & dyna floss body as well as a hare's Ear Dubbing and Natural CDC wing. Although this fly may appear large, it captures the attention of large and hungry trout looking for a sizeable snack.

Terrestrial

hot rod cricket

Sizes:

#8 & #10

Color:

black & red

The hot rod cricket is the spitting image of a grasshopper. The fly features a foam body, Z-lon wing, and rubber legs. The foam body and rubber leg features give it a distinct propped-up look on the surface that gets trout curious and hungry. For best results, mend your fly line to create a drag free presentation.

nymph

October Caddis Larva

Sizes:

#8

Color:

tan/black

The October caddis larva features an amber dubbing & dyna floss body while the head features hare's ear dubbing and natural grey hackle. Although this fly may look large it's the perfect october larva imitation. For best results, fish this pattern in a two fly system above a heavy nymph.

Terrestrial

hot rod cricket

Sizes:

#8 & #10

Color:

brown/orange

The hot rod cricket is the spitting image of a grasshopper. The fly features a foam body, Z-lon wing, and rubber legs. The foam body and rubber leg features give it a distinct propped-up look on the surface that gets trout curious and hungry. For best results, mend your fly line to create a drag free presentation.

Mouse fly

mini mouse splasher

Sizes:

#8 & #10

Color:

black

Field mice are the perfect prey for an extra large trout, the mini mouse has all the features of a mouse. The fly features a distinct chenille tail, foam body, and bushy hair profile. For best results fish this fly at night with a floating line.

Terrestrial

hot rod cricket

Sizes:

#8 & #10

Color:

black & red

The hot rod cricket is the spitting image of a grasshopper. The fly features a foam body, Z-lon wing, and rubber legs. The foam body and rubber leg features give it a distinct propped-up look on the surface that gets trout curious and hungry. For best results, mend your fly line to create a drag free presentation.

nymph

October Caddis Larva

Sizes:

#8

Color:

tan/black

The October caddis larva features an amber dubbing & dyna floss body while the head features hare's ear dubbing and natural grey hackle. Although this fly may look large it's the perfect october larva imitation. For best results, fish this pattern in a two fly system above a heavy nymph.

Nymph

BH October Caddis Larva

Sizes:

#8

Color:

tan/black

The BH caddis larva features a large and distinct bead head that allows it to naturally tumble on the bottom like a caddis larva case. The body is made of amber dubbing & amber dyna floss while the head features a hare's ear dubbing accent. For best results, ensure that your indicator is high enough to allow the fly to bounce and tumble along the bottom.

nymph

October Caddis Jig

Sizes:

#10

Color:

tan/black

The october caddis jig is a force to be reckoned with, it features a tungsten head, amber dubbing & dyna floss body, and a mixed dubbing accent. This pattern is perfect for dredging deep turbulent water, and we all know trout love the deep stuff! for best results, make sure this fly is always touching or bouncing bottom.

Emerger

October Caddis Foam Emerger

Sizes:

#10

Color:

tan/brown

The October caddis emerger isn't your traditional finesse pattern; it's a large, obnoxious fly that trout can't resist. The fly features an amber dubbing & floss body, with a brown foam and hare's ear dubbing head. In order to create the best presentation, opt for short casts that allow you manage your mend and drift.

Emerger

October Caddis Swimming Pupa

Sizes:

#10

Color:

tan/brown

The swimming pupa comes in at a whopping size 10 and deviates from your standard size emerger. That said, it's the spitting image of an October caddis pupa. The pattern features a dubbing & dyna floss body with hackle wraps. For best results, be sure to carry some floatant to keep your fly from sinking.