Orvis UK

Olive CdC

$1.75

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Description

A best seller. Called the Fratnik Midge after its inventor Marjan Fratnik, it is now referred to as simply the "F Fly". It has a wing of CDC feathers which have a natural buoyancy. It is a versatile pattern and can be used to imitate small sedge, olives or midges.

Specifications

Category

Dry Flies

Sink Rate

floating

Target Species

trout

Techniques

finesse, casting

Water Column

surface

Action

dead-drift

Conditions

clear water, low light, current

Field Notes

A classic dry fly pattern for trout when fish are feeding on small olives, midges, or sedges. Fish it dead-drift on calm water or in gentle current with a light presentation for picky surface feeders.

Pros

  • Natural CDC wing provides buoyancy
  • Versatile imitation of several small insects
  • Good for selective trout

Cons

  • Small pattern can be hard to see
  • Best on calmer water and lighter presentations

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