Mop Fly
The Mop Fly — made from a strip of chenille mop material on a jig hook — is the most controversial and undeniably effective nymph of the 21st century. It imitates caddis larvae, aquatic worms, and crane fly larvae with a soft, translucent body that trout devour without hesitation.
How to Fish It
Dead drift it through runs and slots. The soft body has a natural, translucent look underwater that drives trout crazy. Love it or hate it, this fly catches fish.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size Mop Fly should I use?
The Mop Fly is most commonly tied in sizes 10–14. Choose smaller sizes for clear water and pressured fish, and larger sizes for faster or off-color water.
What does a Mop Fly imitate?
The Mop Fly primarily imitates caddis larvae, crane fly larvae, aquatic worms. Dead drift it through runs and slots. The soft body has a natural, translucent look underwater that drives trout crazy. Love it or hate it, this fly c
How do you fish a Mop Fly?
Dead drift it through runs and slots. The soft body has a natural, translucent look underwater that drives trout crazy. Love it or hate it, this fly catches fish.
Pattern Details
- Category
- Nymphs
- Sizes
- 10–14
- Colors
- Cream, Tan, Chartreuse, Pink
- Weight
- Tungsten
- Hook Styles
- Jig hook
- Imitates
- caddis larvae, crane fly larvae, aquatic worms
- Water Types
- freestone, tailwater
Target Species
Pattern Details
- Category
- Nymphs
- Sizes
- 10–14
- Colors
- Cream, Tan, Chartreuse, Pink
- Weight
- Tungsten
- Hook Styles
- Jig hook
- Imitates
- caddis larvae, crane fly larvae, aquatic worms
- Water Types
- freestone, tailwater