Euro NymphsEgan's Frenchie

A modern Euro nymph with a flashy appearance that attracts trout in clear waters.

Season
Year Round
Difficulty
Intermediate
Target Species
Trout
Egan's Frenchie - Image source: FlyFishFood
Image source: FlyFishFood

Overview

A proven pattern on competitive circuits. Its bright colors and heavy bead make it ideal for fast waters.

Pattern Characteristics

Intermediate Difficulty
Trout
Moving Water
Year Round
Imitates: Mayfly nymphs

Materials

Hook: Hanak H 400 BL Jig Hook - 16
Thread: Danville (or UTC) 70 Denier - Red
Bead: Hanak Round+ Slotted Tungsten Beads - Bronze - 2.5mm (see alternates below as well)
Tail: Whiting Coq De Leon Euro Nymph Tailing Packs - Pardo
Body: Nature's Spirit Ringneck Pheasant Center Tails - Muskrat Gray
Ribbing: UTC Ultra Wire - Copper - Small
Hot Spot: Ice Dub - UV Shrimp Pink

Fishing Tips

Season

Year Round

Presentation

Drift along the bottom

When to Use

Overcast days, clear waters

Water Type

Moving Water

Rigging Suggestions

Use with a Euro nymphing setup

Visibility & Floatation

Sinks, gold bead adds weight and flash