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Juan's Krypronite Caddis - Tungsten - Montana Fly Co

$3.15

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Description

Juan's Kryptonite Caddis is an emerging caddis larva. It features a soft hackle that imitates an emerging fly when fished on the swing. The fly features a tungsten bead head to ensure it sinks quickly. This fly is tied on a curved nymph hook.

Specifications

Category

Wet Flies

Sink Rate

fast sink

Target Species

trout

Techniques

casting

Water Column

subsurface

Action

emerging swing

Conditions

current, cold water, open water

Field Notes

Best fished as an emerging caddis imitation, especially when trout are feeding on caddis larvae or emergers. The soft hackle profile works well on the swing or with a dead-drift and lift presentation in moving water.

Pros

  • Tungsten bead helps it get down quickly
  • Soft hackle suggests an emerging insect
  • Curved nymph hook adds a natural caddis-larva profile

Cons

  • Heavier bead can be less subtle in shallow water
  • Best performance is usually tied to moving-water presentations

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