Blue Quill Comparadun

The Blue Quill Comparadun is a modern adaptation of the traditional Blue Quill dry fly, designed to better imitate Paraleptophlebia adoptiva mayflies during their spring hatches. Developed in the mid-20th century, the Comparadun style was popularized by fly-fishing innovators like Al Caucci and Bob Nastasi, who sought to improve surface presentation with a low-riding, silhouette-focused design. The Blue Quill Comparadun, with its deer-hair wing and lack of hackle, excels in calm or slow-moving waters, where trout are notoriously selective and wary.

Slack-Line Cast Mastery: Use a slack-line or "S-curve" cast to allow the fly to drift naturally in slow-moving pools. This technique prevents drag and increases the chance of fooling picky trout feeding on emergers.