Guide patterns for selective trout

Caddis

Caddis are a main course meal on Western rivers throughout the bulk of the warmer months. Look to fish these in a variety of stages from mid-May through the end of October.

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Precise profile-specific and technical patterns to match any hatch on Western streams.

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CDC Fertile Caddis

Adult Pattern

A fantastic pattern we fish at dusk as the caddis are returning to the water to lay eggs. The profile is perfect for low-light fishing conditions.

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CDC Fluttering Caddis

Adult Pattern

The CDC Fluttering Caddis was created for trout targeting dancing caddis and caddis being blown along the surface on breezy days. The CDC creates irresistible natural fly movement.

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CDC Caddis Adult

Adult Pattern

The adult CDC Caddis is one of our workhorse patterns for Pacific Northwest spring creeks and tailwater fisheries. We fish these religiously on the Owyhee and SF of the Boise Rivers.

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CDC Bubbleback Caddis

Early-Stage Emerger

This is our best-producing Caddis Emerger pattern. It's modeled from Harrop's Original CDC Bubbleback, but with a few modifications we've added to improve the insect profile.

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CDC Caddis Emerger

Late-Stage Emerger

This is our gold standard in high-profile Caddis Emerger patterns. It's great in all types of water and fishing conditions. The classic late-stage emerger profile makes this a versatile option.