Bead Head Stonefly Nymph – Trout & Steelhead Fly

A custom-tied Bead Head Stonefly Nymph designed for both trout and steelhead. Featuring a weighted wire body, bead head, and buggy Ice Dubbing thorax, this pattern gets down quickly and offers an attractive presentation in a variety of river conditions.

Description

Stonefly nymphs are an important food source for trout and steelhead, making them a valuable addition to any river angler's fly box.

Our custom Bead Head Stonefly Nymph combines several effective features into one versatile pattern. Each fly is tied on a size #10 continuous-bend stonefly hook with a bead head and wire body to help it sink quickly and reach fish holding near the bottom.

The thorax is tied with Ice Dubbing, creating a buggy appearance with just the right amount of flash. Available in eight color options, you can choose a natural or more attention-getting presentation depending on water conditions and fish preference.

Why Fish This Bead Head Stonefly?

• Weighted wire body: Helps the fly sink quickly and reach deeper feeding lanes.

• Bead head: Adds weight for fishing deeper water and stronger currents.

• Ice Dubbing thorax: Provides a buggy appearance with subtle flash.

• Size #10 stonefly hook: Tied on a continuous-bend hook.

• Eight color choices: Options for changing conditions and preferences of trout and steelhead.

Available Colors

• Steelhead Blue

• Orange

• Red

• Black

• Brown

• UV

• Light Blue

• Yellow / Golden

How to Fish It

Fish this pattern along the bottom through deeper runs, pools, current seams, and other likely holding water. Use a controlled dead drift and adjust your depth to keep the fly near the feeding zone.

It is a useful pattern for both trout and steelhead, particularly when fish are holding deep and feeding on stonefly nymphs or other larger aquatic insects.

Capt. Ken’s Guide Tips

When fishing larger rivers, getting your nymph down to the fish is often the most important part of the presentation. The combination of a bead head and wire body helps this pattern reach the bottom efficiently. I like carrying several colors so I can change presentations without changing the basic fly profile.

Details

• Pattern: Custom Bead Head Stonefly Nymph

• Hook Size: #10

• Hook Style: Continuous-bend stonefly hook

• Weight: Bead head and wire body

• Thorax: Ice Dubbing

• Available Colors: 8 options

• Target Species: Trout and steelhead

Available Pack Sizes

Choose your preferred quantity from the drop-down menu:

• 3-fly pack

• Half-dozen (6 flies)

• 8-fly selection – 1 of each color

• 16-fly selection – 2 of each color

A versatile, weighted stonefly nymph available in a range of colors and convenient pack sizes. Stock up for your next trout or steelhead trip.