Tricky Willow Grub – Yellow
When trout are locked in on willow grubs, they can get stupidly picky. If the hook shows, they just refuse it. This fly hides the majority of the hook inside the body material, giving it that soft, natural grub shape that fool even the spookiest feeders.
Tied on a size 18, it’s tiny and deadly. Designed to sit right in the surface film, and if you’re fishing bubbled or broken water, just add a touch of floatant to keep it sitting perfectly.
Why it works:
- Ultra-small profile for fussy, surface-feeding trout
- Hook is buried in the body—more eats, fewer refusals
- Sits in the film like the real thing
- Perfect for willow
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Color | Yellow |
| Hook Size | 18 |
| Material | Wool, silk, and synthetic fibers |
| Use Case | Surface fishing, bubbled or broken water |
FAQ
Can this fly be used in deep water?
No, this fly is designed for surface fishing and will not work effectively in deep water.
Is the hook fully hidden in the body?
Yes, the majority of the hook is buried within the body material, making it less visible to trout.
Does it require floatant?
Yes, when fishing in bubbled or broken water, a touch of floatant is recommended to keep the fly sitting in the surface film.
Karen McDonald –
This fly worked perfectly on a calm morning with broken water. The yellow color matched the natural willow grub, and the hook was completely hidden. My trout took it immediately without showing any hesitation. A must-have for surface fishing.
Fiona Morgan –
I used it in early spring when the water was slightly bubbled. Added a bit of floatant and it stayed right on the surface. The tiny size made it hard to see, and the trout were very responsive.
Samantha Oliver –
Fished it in a quiet stream and caught two trout within 30 minutes. The fly looked natural and stayed in the film without sinking. Great for picky feeders.