Tan CDC Czech Nymph

HOOK: Dai Riki 135, size 10-14 or equivalent

THREAD: To match body

ABDOMEN: Tan Hareline caddis and emerger dubbing

SHELLBACK: Tan Wapsi Thinskin

RIBBING: 4X monofilament

LEGS: Dun CDC feathers

THORAX: Natural fox squirrel dubbing

HEAD: Copper, black, or gold beadhead

Uses

A general purpose nymph that is also an excellent imitation of spotted caddis larvae and and scuds. The CDC captures a nice bubble of air under the fly, and the body looks incredibly buggy. This fly is a perfect imitation of spotted caddis (Hydropsyche) larvae.

Variations

Vary the color to match nymphs and larvae in the area you are fishing. Good colors include tan, brown, olive, and caddis green.

How to Fish

Use tight line nymphing tactics.

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