Swimming Halfback

The Swimming Halfback, designed by Blair Lampe in the late 20th century, is an adaptation of the traditional Halfback nymph, a pattern popular throughout Colorado and Wyoming. Lampe enhanced the original by adding movement and incorporating small lead eyes to ensure the fly rides hook point up, effectively imitating stonefly and dragonfly nymphs. This versatile fly has become a favorite among anglers targeting various freshwater species, particularly carp, due to its lifelike presentation and adaptability in different fishing conditions

Versatile Retrieval Techniques: Experiment with different retrieval speeds and techniques to match the behavior of the target species. The added movement in the Swimming Halfback's design makes it adaptable to various fishing scenarios.