Scud / Shrimp
Scuds and shrimp patterns replicate these protein-rich freshwater crustaceans that trout (and other species) love to gorge on. Their segmented bodies and subtle movement make them especially effective in tailwaters and spring creeks.
Amorous Gammarus
A small freshwater shrimp imitation designed by Barry Ord Clarke that effectively imitates Gammarus species found in rivers and lakes. The pattern features a distinctive pink dubbing blend with a…
Carpet Bug
The Carpet Bug is a versatile crustacean imitation that effectively mimics both scuds and sowbugs. Taking inspiration from the Ray Charles pattern, this fly features rainbow scud dubbing with a…
Charlie's Mysis Shrimp
A highly effective pattern for tailwaters where mysis shrimp are present, especially below bottom-release dams. Charlie's Mysis Shrimp imitates the translucent, drifting crustaceans that are a key…
Complex Twist Sow Bug
A highly effective sow bug pattern utilizing Complex Twist dubbing to create a buggy, textured appearance. The mottled Thin Skin shellback combined with clear monofilament ribbing creates realistic…
Jig Tailwater Sow Bug
A tailwater-specific sow bug pattern designed for the ultra-selective trout found in dam tailwaters. The slim gray profile with mottled shellback perfectly mimics the isopods that fish feed on daily…
Lake O Shrimp
The Lake O Shrimp is a scud shrimp pattern designed by Hans van Klinken. This effective pattern combines traditional materials with proven techniques for consistent results in a variety of water…
Mini-Krystal Shrimp
The Mini-Krystal Shrimp is a compact, flashy shrimp imitation originally designed for bonefish that has proven remarkably effective on Alaskan sockeye salmon. Its translucent D-rib overbody and…
Ostrich Mysis
The Ostrich Mysis is an excellent imitation of a Mysis shrimp that is often found in tailwaters below dams, making it a go-to fly for trout in these environments. The use of ostrich herl gives this…
Ray Charles Sow Bug
The Ray Charles Sow Bug is a simple yet incredibly effective pattern that imitates a sow bug, a favorite food of trout in many tailwaters. It can be tied in several colors to match the naturals and…
Red Francis
The Red Francis is a classic Atlantic salmon shrimp pattern designed by Barry Ord Clarke that has proven highly effective when other patterns fail. This versatile fly can be tied on hooks ranging…
Simple Scud
The Simple Scud is a basic but effective fly that's designed to mimic the small freshwater crustaceans that fish love to eat. It's a reliable choice in any water where scuds are present, and the…
Tucker Scud
The Tucker Scud is a highly realistic scud imitation that uses innovative micro tubing to create the distinctive segmented, translucent body of natural freshwater shrimp. This pattern features an…
Will Sand's Epoxy Mysis Shrimp
The Will Sand's Epoxy Mysis Shrimp is a highly realistic pattern that imitates the natural mysis shrimp. The use of UV resin gives this fly a lifelike translucency that can be irresistible to trout…
Wood Duck Scud
The Wood Duck Scud is a realistic scud pattern that uses wood duck feathers for the shellback, giving it a natural, mottled appearance. It's a great choice for fishing in tailwaters and spring creeks.