StreamersKrystal Woolly Bugger
The Krystal Woolly Bugger is a sparkly variation of the classic Woolly Bugger. The addition of Krystal Flash in the tail and body gives off a flash that can trigger aggressive strikes from predatory fish. It's a versatile pattern that can be fished in a variety of ways to imitate everything from baitfish to crayfish.
Year Round
Beginner
Trout, Bass
Overview
The Krystal Woolly Bugger is a flashier version of the classic Woolly Bugger, tied with a marabou tail blended with Krystal Flash, a chenille or estaz body, and palmered saddle hackle. The added flash in the tail gives it extra attraction in stained water or low-light conditions. It's commonly tied in olive, black, or chartreuse, with or without a bead head depending on desired sink rate. This pattern is easy to tie and highly effective across a wide range of species and water types.
Pattern Characteristics
Materials
Hook: Tiemco 5263, sizes #04-#10
Thread: White UTC 140
Weight: .015-.020 Lead Free Wire
Tail: White Woolly Bugger Marabou
Rib: Brassie or Medium Silver Wire
Body: Medium Pearl Ice Chenille or Cactus Chenille
Hackle: Grizzly Whiting Woolly Bugger Hackle
Fishing Tips
Season
Year Round
Presentation
Can be stripped quickly to imitate a fleeing baitfish, or crawled along the bottom to mimic a crayfish.
When to Use
This versatile fly can be used anytime predatory fish are feeding.
Water Type
Effective in both stillwater and moving water.
Rigging Suggestions
Can be fished alone or as part of a multi-fly rig.
Visibility & Floatation
The flash from the Krystal Flash makes this fly highly visible in the water. It sinks and can be fished at various depths depending on the weight used.
