Goddard Caddis
John Goddard and Cliff Henry's spun deer hair caddis is the most buoyant caddis imitation ever conceived. The clipped deer hair body traps air and rides high in the fastest water, making it the go-to choice for pocket water and heavy riffles where standard caddis patterns drown.
How to Fish It
Skitter this fly across the surface to imitate egg-laying caddis. It's nearly indestructible and will float through the roughest pocket water.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size Goddard Caddis should I use?
The Goddard Caddis is most commonly tied in sizes 10–16. Choose smaller sizes for clear water and pressured fish, and larger sizes for faster or off-color water.
What does a Goddard Caddis imitate?
The Goddard Caddis primarily imitates adult caddis, October caddis. Skitter this fly across the surface to imitate egg-laying caddis. It's nearly indestructible and will float through the roughest pocket water.
How do you fish a Goddard Caddis?
Skitter this fly across the surface to imitate egg-laying caddis. It's nearly indestructible and will float through the roughest pocket water.
Pattern Details
- Category
- Dry Flies
- Sizes
- 10–16
- Colors
- Tan, Brown, Olive
- Imitates
- adult caddis, October caddis
- Water Types
- freestone
Target Species
Pattern Details
- Category
- Dry Flies
- Sizes
- 10–16
- Colors
- Tan, Brown, Olive
- Imitates
- adult caddis, October caddis
- Water Types
- freestone