StreamersHerman's Articulated Baby Rainbow
A colorful, articulated streamer with a lot of movement in the water, Herman's Articulated Baby Rainbow is designed to mimic a small Rainbow Trout. This pattern can be very effective when fishing for predatory species in both still and moving water.
Spring, Summer, Fall
Advanced
Trout, Bass
Overview
This articulated streamer imitates juvenile rainbow trout using stacked rabbit strips, a flashy synthetic underbody, and a weighted head for depth. It features lifelike motion and bold coloration, making it ideal for targeting large predatory trout.
Pattern Characteristics
Materials
Tail Hook: Gamakatsu B10S in size 2
Front Hook: Ahrex PR320 in size 4/0
Thread: Veevus 140 Power thread in Olive
Tail Feathers: Olive and White Blood Quill Marabou
Tail Flash: Pearl Krystal Flash
Top Wing: Black Barred Olive Rabbit Strip
Belly: Custom Dubbing Brush
Pink Accent: Pink Version of the Custom Dubbing Brush
Wire: Thin Black Intruder Wire
Bead: Random plastic bead with holes large enough for the wire to fit through twice
Dubbing: White and Olive Senyos Laser Dub
Eye: 7mm "Ice" Living Eyes
Eye Adhesive: Gell Super Glue
Head Cement: Solarez "ultra thin" UV Resin
Fishing Tips
Season
Spring, Summer, and Fall
Presentation
Strip it in short, jerky motions to mimic a wounded or disoriented baitfish.
When to Use
Use when trout or bass are feeding on other small fish.
Water Type
Effective in both stillwater and moving water.
Rigging Suggestions
Can be fished alone or as part of a tandem setup. A sink-tip or full-sinking line can be useful to get it down to the right depth.
Visibility & Floatation
This fly sinks and is highly visible due to its bright colors and flash.
