Euro NymphsRoza's Violet Tailed Jig
Roza's Violet Tailed Jig is a purple-accented Euro nymph featuring a distinctive violet Coq de Leon tail combined with a peacock Ice Dub body. The dark nickel bead and purple wire rib create an attractive pattern with subtle flash that fish find irresistible. A versatile searching pattern that works effectively throughout the season.
Year Round
Beginner
Trout
Overview
Designed by Roza for European competition fishing, this pattern combines the durability and natural movement of Coq de Leon with the attractive flash of peacock Ice Dub. The purple accents throughout the fly create a cohesive color scheme that triggers strikes in various water conditions. The gray squirrel collar adds subtle movement and a natural profile. This pattern can be tied in various sizes to match different water conditions and insect populations.
Pattern Characteristics
Materials
Hook: Hanak H 400 BL Jig Hook, #14
Thread: UTC Ultrathread 70 Denier, purple
Bead: Hanak Round+ Slotted Tungsten Beads, 3.5mm, black nickel
Tail: Whiting Coq De Leon Euro Nymph Tailing Pack, purple
Body: Peacock Ice Dub
Rib: UTC Ultra Wire, purple, brassie
Collar: Natural Furs Dubbing, gray squirrel
Fishing Tips
Season
Effective year-round as a versatile searching pattern, with particular success during spring and fall mayfly activity when trout are actively feeding subsurface. Works well in winter tailwaters where Baetis and midges are present, and throughout summer in high-altitude streams with consistent insect activity.
Presentation
Use tight-line euro nymphing techniques with a high stick presentation to maintain direct contact with the fly. Lead the fly downstream while keeping minimal slack in the line for immediate strike detection. The tungsten jig bead helps the fly dive quickly and ride hook-point up to minimize snags. Short, controlled drifts work best in pocket water, runs, and riffles.
When to Use
Most productive when fish are feeding on subsurface mayfly nymphs and caddis larvae before or after visible hatches. Excels in overcast conditions and during periods of increased water flow when fish are holding in feeding lanes. Use as a primary searching pattern when no specific hatch is evident. The purple coloration is particularly effective in slightly off-color water.
Water Type
Designed for moving water applications, particularly effective in riffles, runs, and pocket water of freestone streams. Works well in tailwaters and spring creeks where trout are selective. Most productive in water depths of 2-6 feet where euro nymphing techniques excel. The slim profile and tungsten bead allow efficient drift through varied current speeds.
Rigging Suggestions
Fish as the point fly in a euro nymphing rig with 3X-5X fluorocarbon tippet depending on water clarity and fish size. Pair with a lighter pattern as a dropper 12-18 inches above for a two-fly setup. Use a sighter section in your leader for detecting subtle takes. The 3.5mm tungsten bead typically provides sufficient weight, but split shot can be added 18-24 inches above for deeper runs.
Visibility & Floatation
Sinks quickly due to the 3.5mm tungsten jig bead, reaching the strike zone rapidly in fast currents. The peacock Ice Dub body provides natural flash and movement without overwhelming fish in clear water. Purple wire ribbing adds segmentation and durability while creating subtle attraction. The jig hook design keeps the fly riding hook-point up, reducing snags on rocky substrate and improving hook-up rates.
