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R2Z Caddis

How do you tie a R2Z Caddis?

R2Z Caddis is a nymph fly pattern for trout. Find its 5 materials and 9 tying steps below.

Difficulty
2 of 5
Target species
trout
Pattern designer
Rich Artusy

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At the vise

Materials

  • Hook: TMC 2457
  • Thread: UTC 70 Denier, Black
  • Thread: Veevus 8/0
  • Underbody: Caddis Green Midge Diamond Braid
  • Body: Green Olive SemperFli Straggle String

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Tying instructions

  1. Secure hook in vise and leave room for the head.

  2. Start thread behind the eye, leaving 4 turns of hook shank open.

  3. Wrap thread back to the hook bend.

  4. Tie in Midge Diamond Braid and SemperFli Straggle String together at the bend.

  5. Cut the braid and straggle string square to minimize loose ends.

  6. Wrap both materials forward to the starting point, leaving a small gap for the head.

  7. Stretch the materials tight and anchor them with thread wraps.

  8. Whip finish.

  9. Apply head cement.

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