Callibaetis Cripple
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Description
The Callibaetis Cripple, designed to imitate a Callibaetis mayfly stuck in its emergence process, is one of the most versatile and effective patterns of all time. It was developed to target trout keying in on struggling or crippled insects during a hatch.
Pro Tip
Add flotant to the fly and tippet to keep it floating.
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Fly Tying Recipe
- Hook: Dai Riki 730 – Size 14 (or any standard length hook, Sizes 12–16)
- Thread: UTC 70 – Gray
- Rib: Small Ultra Wire – Copper
- Tail & Abdomen: Gray Marabou
- Thorax: Hare’s Ear Dubbing
- Wing: Comparadun Deer Hair – Natural or Bleached
- Hackle: Grizzly
Fly Tying Video
From: Marty's Bench