NymphNuke Egg
The Nuke Egg is a highly visible, high-floating egg pattern that's effective for targeting trout and steelhead during their feeding periods. Its unique, glowing center adds an extra tantalizing element that fish can't resist.
Winter, Spring
Beginner
Trout, Steelhead
Overview
The Nuke Egg is tied with loosely wrapped Glo Bug yarn around the hook shank to create a more translucent, spherical egg profile. Unlike denser egg patterns, it allows light to pass through the fibers, imitating the soft look of a freshly deposited egg. Often finished with a subtle hotspot or dot of contrasting yarn for added realism.
Pattern Characteristics
Materials
Hook: Dai-Riki 135, sizes #8-#12
Thread: 6/0 or 140 Denier, white
Egg: McFly Foam, orange
Adhesive: High Tack Swax
Veil: White otter's Soft Milking Egg Veil
Fishing Tips
Season
The Nuke Egg is most effective during Winter and Spring, when fish are actively feeding on eggs.
Presentation
Dead drift this pattern under an indicator or as part of a nymphing setup.
When to Use
Use the Nuke Egg when fish are keyed in on eggs, usually during or just after a spawn.
Water Type
This pattern is effective in both stillwaters and moving waters.
Rigging Suggestions
Use a nymphing setup with a strike indicator to detect subtle takes.
Visibility & Floatation
The Nuke Egg is highly visible due to its bright colors and distinctive shape. It is designed to float and imitate a drifting egg in the water column.
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