NymphWired Stonefly Nymph
An effective stonefly nymph pattern that uses wire to add weight and create a realistic segmented appearance. It's a great choice for fishing deep runs and fast water.
Spring, Summer
Intermediate
Trout
Overview
A durable nymph pattern with a wire abdomen over a dubbed underbody, rubber legs, wingcase, and a tungsten bead. Mimics golden or brown stoneflies and is often tied with black, copper, or gold wire for flash and weight.
Pattern Characteristics
Materials
Hook: #08-16 Tiemco 200R
Bead: Gold Cyclops Bead
Weight: .015-.025 Lead Wire
Thread: Black UTC 70
Tail: Black Goose Biots
Body: Black and Copper Brassie Wire
Thorax: Stonefly Nymph Brown SLF Dubbing
Casing: Black FINO Skin
Legs: Black Goose Biots
Fishing Tips
Season
This pattern is most effective in spring and summer, when stoneflies are most active.
Presentation
Dead drift this pattern along the bottom, particularly in deep runs and fast water where stoneflies are most commonly found.
When to Use
Use the Wired Stonefly Nymph during stonefly hatches, or any time when fishing deep, fast water.
Water Type
This pattern is designed for moving water.
Rigging Suggestions
The Wired Stonefly Nymph can be fished alone, or as part of a multi-fly setup. It is heavy enough to be used as the lead fly in a Euro-nymphing setup.
Visibility & Floatation
The wire body of this fly helps it to sink quickly and stay in the feeding zone. However, its dark color can make it difficult to see in some conditions. In clear water, the segmented appearance created by the wire can be very attractive to fish.
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