Dry FliesMadame X
Madame X is a versatile dry fly pattern that imitates a variety of terrestrial insects. Its rubber legs give it movement and its high-visibility wing makes it easy to spot on the water.
Summer, Fall
Beginner
Trout
Overview
A bushy attractor dry fly with an elk hair wing, rubber legs, dubbed body, and downturned tail. Floats high and works well as a hopper or general terrestrial. The X-style wing makes it ride upright even in rough water.
Pattern Characteristics
Materials
Hook: Mustad R30 94833 #4-10
Tying thread: Dyneema
Tail: Bleached elk hair
Body: Floss silk
Wing/head: Bleached elk hair
Legs: Rubber legs
Fishing Tips
Season
Summer, Fall
Presentation
This fly can be presented with a dead drift or a slight twitch to simulate a struggling insect.
When to Use
When fishing during the summer and fall months and when terrestrial insects are present.
Water Type
Effective in both stillwater and moving water.
Rigging Suggestions
Fish this fly on a standard dry fly leader (9-12 feet) with a 5X tippet.
Visibility & Floatation
The Madame X is a high floating fly due to its deer hair body. The white wing makes it easy to spot on the water.
