StreamersThe Insult

A streamer pattern that's large, flashy, and designed to provoke aggressive strikes from predatory fish. It's tied with a combination of natural and synthetic materials for maximum movement and flash in the water.

Season
Year Round
Difficulty
Advanced
Target Species
Pike, Bass
The Insult - Image source: Orvis
Image source: Orvis

Overview

A nymph pattern with exaggerated features—rubber legs(optional), bright hotspot, and buggy dubbing. Often tied with a tungsten bead and heavily dubbed thorax, it's intended to provoke strikes through contrast and movement. Think of it as a “loud” attractor nymph.

Pattern Characteristics

Advanced Difficulty
Pike, Bass
Stillwater
Moving Water
Year Round
Imitates: Baitfish

Materials

Hook: Daiichi 1770 wet/nymph hook, sizes 10-12
Weight: Lead-free round wire, .020
Thread: 6/0 or 140 Denier, black
Tails 1: Brown hackle fibers
Tails 2: Strung peacock herl
Body: Strung peacock herl

Fishing Tips

Season

Year Round

Presentation

Strip fast and erratic, with occasional pauses.

When to Use

When targeting aggressive, predatory fish.

Water Type

Both stillwater and moving water.

Rigging Suggestions

Use a heavy leader and tippet to withstand aggressive strikes.

Visibility & Floatation

Highly visible due to its size and flash. Sinks slowly, but can be weighted with additional lead wraps if needed.