{"product_id":"bead-head-stonezilla-stonefly-nymph","title":"Bead Head Stonezilla Stonefly Nymph | Rubber Legs","description":"\u003ch1 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBead Head Stonezilla Stonefly Nymph – Rubber Legs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA fish-catching combination of several proven trout fly patterns in one versatile nymph.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The Stonezilla brings together the profile of a stonefly, the movement of rubber legs and soft hackle, and proven fish-catching materials like peacock herl. It's a buggy, lively pattern designed to get noticed by feeding fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Stonezilla combines the best attributes of several successful fly patterns into one productive bead head nymph.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStart with the overall shape and profile of a stonefly, then add elements commonly found in Woolly Buggers, Prince Nymphs, and soft hackle patterns. Rubber legs provide additional movement, while the peacock body adds natural color, flash, and texture that have been fooling trout for generations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bead head helps the fly get down into the feeding zone, making this a versatile pattern for fishing rivers, streams, and still water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough designed with trout in mind, the Stonezilla is also effective for bass, panfish, and other freshwater species.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Fish the Stonezilla?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProven pattern combinations:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Incorporates features of stoneflies, Woolly Buggers, Prince Nymphs, and soft hackles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural movement:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rubber legs and soft hackle add action in the water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeacock body:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A classic fish-catching material with natural color and attractive flash.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBead head design:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Helps the fly sink and reach feeding fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulti-species appeal:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Effective for trout, bass, panfish, and more.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Fish It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFish the Stonezilla as part of a nymph rig, either under an indicator or as part of a tight-line nymphing setup. Allow it to drift naturally near the bottom, where stoneflies and other aquatic insects are commonly found.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt can also be productive when fished with a little movement through deeper pools, runs, and current seams. Let the rubber legs and soft hackle provide subtle action.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapt. Ken’s Guide Tips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen trout are feeding on larger aquatic insects, a buggy nymph with movement can be an excellent choice. The Stonezilla offers more than a simple stonefly profile. Its combination of peacock, rubber legs, and soft hackle gives fish several reasons to eat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDon't be afraid to fish it as the larger fly in a two-nymph rig, with a smaller mayfly or caddis imitation trailing behind.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePattern:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Stonezilla\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFly Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bead Head Stonefly Nymph\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Peacock body, rubber legs, soft hackle, and bead head\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePurchase Options:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3-pack and 6-pack\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, bass, panfish, and other freshwater game fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd the Stonezilla to your nymph box when you want a versatile, buggy pattern that combines several proven fish-catching features into one fly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Capt. 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