NymphCB Stocker
The CB Stocker is a flashy, attractor pattern designed to catch the attention of stocked trout. It features a beadhead for added weight and flash, and a brightly colored body that stands out in the water. This fly can be particularly effective in clear water conditions where the flash can draw fish from a distance.
Year Round
Beginner
Trout
Overview
A fast-tie attractor nymph often used for stocked trout, this fly typically features flashy materials like UV dubbing, a hot-spot bead (usually orange or chartreuse), and a generic buggy silhouette. It's meant to be durable, quick to tie, and highly visible—perfect for prospecting or targeting naive fish.
Pattern Characteristics
Materials
Hook: Hanák H 400BL, size #10–#14
Bead: Silver tungsten bead, 3.2 mm
Thread: Red UTC 70 denier
Tail: Red crystal flash
Body: Red ice dub
Ribbing: Silver wire
Thorax: Peacock herl
Fishing Tips
Season
This fly can be used year round, but may be most effective in the spring and fall when stocking typically occurs.
Presentation
Dead drift this fly near the bottom. The flash and movement of the tail can attract fish even in still water.
When to Use
When fishing in stocked waters, particularly shortly after a stocking event.
Water Type
This pattern is designed for stillwater, but can also be effective in slow-moving water.
Rigging Suggestions
Use a small split shot to get it down in deeper water or faster currents.
Visibility & Floatation
This fly sinks quickly due to the beadhead, and the bright colors and flash make it highly visible in the water.
