Dry FliesBPS Spent Caddis
The BPS Spent Caddis is a versatile fly designed to imitate a spent caddisfly, a stage when the insect is extremely vulnerable and thus, a prime target for feeding fish. This pattern is a favorite among anglers for its realistic appearance and effectiveness in enticing strikes from wary trout.
Spring, Summer, Fall
Advanced
Trout
Overview
A spent-wing dry fly tied with a dubbed body, spent wings made from CDC or Antron, and a sparse hackle or trailing shuck. The low-profile body should sit flush with the water. Keep the wing fibers splayed wide and horizontal to mimic the collapsed wings of a dying adult caddis.
Pattern Characteristics
Materials
Hook: Daiichi 1180, size #14-#18
Thread: Tan 8/0 Uni-thread
Body: Tan superfine dubbing
Wing: Elk hair
Hackle: Grizzly and brown dry fly hackle, mixed
Antennae: Wood duck flank fibers
Fishing Tips
Season
This pattern is particularly effective from late spring through fall, when caddisflies are most active.
Presentation
Present this fly with a dead drift, mimicking a spent caddisfly on the water's surface.
When to Use
Use this fly when you observe trout feeding on spent caddisflies, especially during a caddisfly hatch or in the evening when caddisflies are most active.
Water Type
This pattern is effective in both stillwater and moving water.
Rigging Suggestions
Rig this fly on its own or in a tandem dry fly setup with another caddisfly imitation.
Visibility & Floatation
The elk hair wing of this fly provides excellent visibility and floatation. Its hackle also aids in floatation, making it ideal for fishing in faster currents.
