NymphPat's Rubberleg
Pat's Rubberleg is a highly effective and popular nymph pattern that imitates a stonefly nymph. The rubber legs give it a lifelike movement in the water which drives fish crazy.
Year Round
Intermediate
Trout
Overview
The key to the Pat's Rubberleg Stonefly is the rubber legs. They give the fly a lifelike movement in the water that fish can't resist. The chenille body is another attractive feature, giving the fly a realistic stonefly nymph profile.
Pattern Characteristics
Materials
Hook: Dai-Riki 710, sizes #4-#12
Weight: .015 lead-free wire
Thread: 6/0 or 140 Denier, black
Tails and antennae: Black Spanflex or similar
Body: Variegated Chenille, medium, black-and-coffee
Legs: Black Spanflex or similar
Fishing Tips
Season
Pat's Rubberleg Stonefly can be used year round, but it's especially effective in the spring when stoneflies are most active.
Presentation
Dead drift it along the bottom or swing it through runs and riffles.
When to Use
Use Pat's Rubberleg Stonefly when you know there are stoneflies in the water or when nothing else seems to be working.
Water Type
It works well in both stillwater and moving water.
Rigging Suggestions
Use a weighted leader to get the fly down to the bottom quickly.
Visibility & Floatation
The dark colors of the fly provide good visibility in clear water and it is designed to sink quickly to where the fish are feeding.
