CDC Bubbleback Caddis
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.
Fly Pattern Details
The CDC Bubbleback Caddis is my personal go-to when it comes to emergence patterns. The bubble wing creates an air pocket that leaves this pattern riding just above the surface tension. It's a vulnerability style fly that teases trout and gets them looking to take advantage of an easy meal. This is modeled off of Harrop's CDC Bubbleback but modified for our local fishing conditions. It's the one pattern I've used to convince fish to move out of their holding lies to chase and eat aggressively. I never leave home without these.
The Tying Recipe
- Hook: Tiemco 206BL (size 14-18)
- Thread: Tan, Dark Brown or Dun 8/0 UNI-Thread (or Veevus 10/0)
- Abdomen: Nature's Spirit Dyed Peacock Herl (Caddis Green)
- Ribbing: Sulky Metallic Thread (Colored Green with Copic Marker)
- Legs: Sulky Metallic Thread (Colored Green with Copic Marker)
- Collar: Partridge Fibers
- Thorax: Nature's Spirit Emergence Dubbing (Pheasant Tail or Rusty Brown)
- Wing: Natural Brown, Tan or Dark Dun CDC
- Antennae: Two Lemon Wood Duck Fibers
Preferred tying tools
Every tier has preferences when it comes to the bench. I try to tie as simply and efficiently as possible. These are some of the must-have tools I use to design our unique guide patterns:
Fishing Accessories
Set yourself up for success when fishing these styles of patterns. When fishing technical waters, I find that having the right tools is necessary and makes for a better overall experience.
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