Nymphs
Iron Lotus
A modern Czech nymph with a woven body, tungsten bead, and hot spot collar. Built for heavy Euro nymphing in fast water, it combines a slim fast-sinking profile with enough flash and color to attract attention from trout holding in deep runs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size Iron Lotus should I use?
The Iron Lotus is most commonly tied in sizes 12–16. Choose smaller sizes for clear water and pressured fish, and larger sizes for faster or off-color water.
What does a Iron Lotus imitate?
The Iron Lotus primarily imitates caddis larvae, mayfly nymphs.
Pattern Details
- Category
- Nymphs
- Sizes
- 12–16
- Colors
- Olive/Pink, Brown/Orange
- Weight
- Tungsten
- Hook Styles
- Czech nymph hook, Jig hook
- Imitates
- caddis larvae, mayfly nymphs
- Water Types
- freestone, tailwater
Target Species
rainbow troutbrown troutbrook troutcutthroat trout
Pattern Details
- Category
- Nymphs
- Sizes
- 12–16
- Colors
- Olive/Pink, Brown/Orange
- Weight
- Tungsten
- Hook Styles
- Czech nymph hook, Jig hook
- Imitates
- caddis larvae, mayfly nymphs
- Water Types
- freestone, tailwater
Target Species
rainbow troutbrown troutbrook troutcutthroat trout