NymphAnderson's UV Sally
Anderson's UV Sally is a modern nymph pattern that effectively imitates the golden stonefly nymph. Its UV properties allow it to stand out in a variety of water conditions and its weighted body helps it to sink quickly in swift currents. The fly's realistic appearance and movement make it highly attractive to trout.
Spring, Summer
Intermediate
Trout
Overview
Anderson's UV Sally is a modern Yellow Sally stonefly imitation tied with vibrant yellow dubbing and ribbing for segmentation. The fly often features a tungsten bead for weight, a sparse synthetic wing, and a touch of UV flash to increase visibility and trigger strikes. It's a compact, high-contrast pattern ideal for fast water and tight-line nymphing setups.
Pattern Characteristics
Materials
Hook: Hanak Model 290, sizes 10–14
Bead: Tungsten Matte, Autumn
Thread: UTC 70, Yellow
Tail/Legs: Hareline Lifeflex, Ginger
Dubbing: Hareline Super Fine Dry Fly Dubbing
Collar Dubbing: Hends Spectra Dubbing, Salmon Light
Ribbing: UTC Wire, Small, Amber
Backing: Goose Biots, Yellow
Fishing Tips
Season
Anderson's UV Sally is particularly effective during the spring and summer months when stoneflies are active.
Presentation
Dead drift the UV Sally along the bottom of the river, similar to other nymphing techniques.
When to Use
Use this fly when you observe trout feeding subsurface or during known stonefly hatches.
Water Type
This fly is best suited for moving waters like rivers and streams.
Rigging Suggestions
Use the UV Sally as the anchor in a nymphing rig, with a smaller nymph pattern as a dropper.
Visibility & Floatation
The UV Sally is a sinking pattern, designed to be fished along the bottom. The UV properties of the fly make it highly visible in a variety of light conditions.
