A subtle, natural caddis dry for smooth water and selective trout. The CDC Caddis Adult (Tan) rides low in the film—CDC fibers shimmer and breathe with each current pulse while the tan body matches common adult caddis for delicate, confidence-inspiring drifts.
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When it excels: Late spring through early fall; evening caddis activity; slick glides, gentle seams, and pressured fish
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Why it works: CDC traps micro-bubbles and moves naturally; the tan body is a proven match for many adult caddis while remaining easy to track without bulk
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Pack size: 3 flies
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Targets: Trout (rainbow, brown, brook)
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Ready to fish: Sparse, clean tie with CDC for lifelike animation; consistent proportions for drag-free presentations
How to fish it
Use a 9–12 ft leader with 5X–6X and dead-drift along soft seams and foam lines; add tiny micro-twitches if fish inspect but refuse. In calmer water, run it as the dry in a dry-dropper with 16–20" of light tippet to a small pupa or midge.
Care
Avoid gel/silicone floatants on CDC. After a dunk or fish, blot gently and revive with a powder/shake desiccant or amadou patch; keep the abdomen mostly untreated for a natural, in-the-film ride.
Satisfaction
30-day returns/exchanges.