Flying Foam Beetle

The Flying Foam Beetle by RIO is your go-to savior for those scorching summer days when trout refuse to respond to hopper patterns. Built for durability and performance, this beetle imitation rides high on the water, maintaining buoyancy and visibility throughout long, hot days. Its foam construction ensures it floats strong no matter how many drifts you make, while its lifelike profile provides a tempting alternative to overused hopper patterns. When the dog days of summer leave fish wary of hoppers, the Flying Foam Beetle is the perfect solution to turn a tough day into a productive one.

Fish the Flying Foam Beetle in slower pools, under overhanging branches, and along grassy banks where beetles are likely to fall into the water. Use a dead drift to mimic a natural beetle floating downstream, but add subtle twitches to create ripples that attract attention. Pair it with a lightweight nymph or emerger in a dry-dropper rig to cover both surface and subsurface feeders. Keep it on hand as a change-up pattern during hopper season when trout start ignoring traditional terrestrial offerings. This fly excels on sunny afternoons when terrestrials are most active.