August through early November is prime time for fishing October caddis pupae. In this video Matt Powell demonstrates how to tie an excellent imitation. This pattern works for trout and steelhead on our local waters and beyond.
Troublemaker October Caddis
Hook: TMC 2302 or Daiichi 1760, sizes 6-10 (size 6 in video)
Thread: Danville 140 D, Black or Olive
Beads: Bead Black Brass; 2nd Bead Copper Brass (5/32 in video)
Underbody: Lead Wire 8-12 wraps (.030 in video)
Body: Hareline UV Chewee Skin, Peach
Thorax: Hareline Angora Goat Dubbin, Black
Collar: Senyo’s Fusion Dub, Emerald
Hackle: Hungarian Partridge, Natural
