The X-Caddis is a fly that mimics either a caddis, by its name, or even can be taken as a mayfly emerger. Craig Mathews' wife is credited who had the original idea for adding the shuck due to fish that would refuse a normal Elk Hair. After that addition, the rest is history.
I added a CDC underwing to soften the fly. Not only when landing, but also in presentation. It's just a feeling, but I prefer the more natural landing, movement, and added flotation the CDC provides.
I dress the fly with TMC Dry Magic because it's CDC safe. This fly just floats!
Twist some up and let me know how they work for you!
Hook: TMC 100
Thread: Sheer 14/0 in Green
Abdomen: Kapok in Caddis Green
Shuck: Antron Yarn in Brown Olive
Underwing: Swiss CDC in Blue Dun
Overwing: Varner's Short Fine Natural Deer
Негізгі бет X-Caddis (slight variant) Fly Tying Instructions by Michael Falkoff
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