NymphPsycho Prince
The Psycho Prince Nymph is a colorful, flashy pattern that works well in attracting trout's attention. It's a versatile fly that can be used in a wide range of water conditions and insect hatches, making it a favorite among many fly fishers.
Spring, Summer, Fall
Intermediate
Trout
Overview
This pattern is a variant of the Prince Nymph with a little extra flash. It can be tied in a variety of colors to match different mayfly nymphs. The UV resin gives the fly a shiny, durable finish that helps attract fish.
Pattern Characteristics
Materials
Hook: Tiemco 3769, size #12–#16
Bead: Gold tungsten, 2.4mm
Thread: Orange 8/0 Uni-Thread
Tail: Brown goose biots
Body: Purple Ice Dub
Ribbing: Copper wire, small
Wing Case: Pearl Flashabou, topped with Solarez Bone Dry UV resin
Legs: Brown goose biots
Fishing Tips
Season
The Psycho Prince can be effective year-round, but it is particularly useful during the spring, summer, and fall when mayfly nymphs are most active.
Presentation
It can be fished alone or as part of a multi-fly setup. The Psycho Prince is often used as a lead fly in a tandem nymph rig.
When to Use
Use this fly during mayfly hatches or when trout seem to be keying on smaller insects.
Water Type
Effective in both stillwater and moving water, including rivers and streams.
Rigging Suggestions
A dropper setup with a weighted nymph or egg pattern can be very effective.
Visibility & Floatation
This fly sinks and is intended to be fished sub-surface. The shiny wing case enhances visibility underwater.
