{"product_id":"24-caddis-nymph-larva-fly-selection","title":"24 Caddis Nymphs \u0026 Larvae – Tungsten Bead Head Caddis Flies","description":"\u003ch1 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 Caddis Nymph \u0026amp; Larva Fly Selection – Bead Head Caddis Nymphs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA 24-fly assortment of guide-selected caddis nymphs and larva patterns in sizes #12 through #18, featuring glass, standard, and predominantly tungsten bead heads to cover different water depths and fishing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCaddisflies are an important food source for trout in rivers and streams. While adult caddis often get attention during surface activity, trout spend much of their time feeding on caddis larvae and pupae below the surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapt. Ken Tutalo’s 24 Caddis Nymph and Larva Selection brings together a versatile assortment of proven patterns designed to imitate the subsurface stages of caddisflies found in most trout streams.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis selection includes bead head caddis nymphs in sizes #12 through #18, with a combination of glass beads, standard beads, and tungsten beads. The majority of the flies feature tungsten beads for added weight and a faster sink rate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe variety of bead styles and weights allows you to adjust your presentation and fish different levels of the water column, from shallow feeding lanes to deeper runs and pools.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Fish Caddis Nymphs and Larvae?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCaddis larvae are available to trout throughout much of the year. Depending on the species, they may live in protective cases, attach themselves to rocks, or move freely along the stream bottom.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs caddis develop toward emergence, pupae become increasingly active and move through the water column. Bead head caddis patterns imitate these important food sources and give anglers productive options when trout are feeding below the surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen to Fish Them\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThroughout the trout season when fish are feeding subsurface\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring periods of caddis activity and emergence\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn riffles, pocket water, runs, and deeper pools\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen trout are holding near the stream bottom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen surface activity is limited or trout are ignoring dry flies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Fish Them\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFish these patterns under an indicator, tight-line, or Euro-style nymphing setup. Use the different bead weights to adjust how quickly your flies sink and where they travel in the water column.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTungsten bead patterns are especially useful when fishing deeper or faster water. Glass and standard bead patterns provide lighter presentations for shallower water or situations where a slower sink rate is desirable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdjust your weight, leader length, and rig depth to achieve a natural drift near the feeding zone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapt. Ken’s Guide Tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCaddis larvae and pupae are available to trout even when you don't see adult caddis on the water. Don't wait for a hatch to fish caddis imitations. Carry different bead weights so you can adjust your presentation to the depth and speed of the water you're fishing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelection Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 24 caddis nymph and larva flies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSizes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e #12 through #18\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBead styles:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Glass, standard metal, and tungsten\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMajority:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tungsten bead head patterns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePattern types:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Caddis larva and subsurface caddis imitations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelected by:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Capt. Ken Tutalo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTarget species:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Trout\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuild a More Versatile Trout Nymph Box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA productive caddis selection should cover more than one stage of the insect's life cycle. Capt. Ken’s 24 Caddis Nymph and Larva Selection gives you a range of patterns, sizes, and bead weights to adapt to changing water conditions. Add this assortment to your fly box and be prepared to fish caddis imitations throughout the season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Capt. 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