Description
Fly Type: This is a delicate dry fly designed to imitate an adult midge on the surface of the water. Its segmented body and sparse hackle create a realistic and subtle profile that is perfect for fooling wary fish.
Best Suited For: This fly is a must-have for catching trout (brown, rainbow, and brook trout) and grayling. It is most effective when fish are "locked on" to tiny insects and are ignoring larger, more traditional patterns.
Best Time to Fish: Midges are a constant food source, so this fly is effective year-round. It is particularly useful during the cooler months of spring and fall and on calm, overcast days when midges are most active.
Water Type: This is a freshwater fly.
Where to Fish: The Midge (Black) is best used on slow-moving rivers, stillwaters, and spring creeks where midges are abundant. It's a great choice for fishing in glassy pools and slow eddies where a delicate presentation is key.
Other Value: Because of its small size, this fly requires a light tippet and a very delicate cast. It's the perfect fly for a "finesse" presentation to selective fish.