Hatch Imitations

Flies That Imitate Small Beetles

2 proven patterns designed to match small beetles across multiple life stages. From subsurface nymphs to surface duns, these are the flies that consistently fool selective trout.

Leadwing Coachman fly pattern
Wet Fly

Leadwing Coachman

The Leadwing Coachman is a traditional wet fly with a peacock herl body and dark slate wings that ha

Sizes 12–16

Black Spider fly pattern
Wet Fly

Black Spider

W.C. Stewart popularized this minimalist spider pattern in the 1850s, and it remains one of the most

Sizes #12–#18