Dry FliesCrackleback
The Crackleback is a versatile fly that can be fished dry or wet. Its unique design offers a convincing silhouette of many aquatic insects, making it effective in various conditions.
Spring, Summer, Fall
Intermediate
Trout
Overview
This dry fly has a peacock herl body, palmered hackle, and a trimmed deer hair shellback. The combination makes it float well and imitate both terrestrials and emerging mayflies. It's a crossover between dry and soft hackle styles.
Pattern Characteristics
Materials
Hook: Tiemco 100, size #12-#16
Thread: Black Veevus 14/0
Body: Peacock herl
Ribbing: Fine gold wire
Hackle: Grizzly hackle
Shell: Solarez Bone Dry UV resin
Fishing Tips
Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Presentation
Fish it as a dry fly, skittered across the surface, or as a wet fly, swung downstream.
When to Use
When caddis or mayflies are on the water, or when fish are feeding subsurface on a variety of insects.
Water Type
Effective in both stillwater and moving water.
Rigging Suggestions
Use a standard dry fly or wet fly setup, depending on how you plan to fish it.
Visibility & Floatation
The grizzly hackle and peacock herl body give it good visibility and flotation. The Solarez Bone Dry UV resin adds shine and durability.
