Top 2 Capnia Fly Patterns
Mangler Nemoura
The Mangler Nemoura in the smaller size is one of the very few Capnia fly patterns available. The size 14 is great to imitate the Nemoura, while the size 18 is a perfect Capnia pattern. This pattern is low profile with the ability to float well with a wrapped foam body and foam post to keep it on top.
This pattern was created by us at the Missoulian Angler Fly Shop to fill the void for not only a lack of Capnia Fly Patterns, but also patterns that imitate the Nemoura. These little dark stoneflies are present in the late Winter and early Spring.
Fly Tying Material List
- Hook: Standard Dry Fly Size 16-18
- Thread: Black Thread 6/0 Uni
- Abdomen/Head/Post: Black Foam cut into strip
- Wing: Sparse Moose Mane
- Thorax: Black Dubbing With Foam Strip On Top
- Rib: Brown 210 Denier
- Legs: Small Sexi Floss Black/Brown barred
Sr bullet frenchie bl
The SR Bullet Frenchie in Black is a great all around nymph throughout the year, but it really shines late winter when Capnias are migrating to the banks to hatch out into adults. The Bullet is designed to sink fast with it’s tungsten bead and limited material. We fish this as a dropper under a dry, indicator nymph rig and for euro nymphing. Just like the dry fly, there are very few Capnia fly patterns available, so be sure to have these late winter and early spring.
Fly Tying Material List
- Hook: Fulling Mill FM50 45 Size 16-18
- Bead: Slotted Tungsten Bead Silver
- Thread: Black Danville Flymaster Plus
- Tail: Sparse Light Coq De Leon
- Abdomen: Black Thread Wrapped
- Wing Case: Pearlescent Tinsel
- Back Half of Thorax: Red Tinsel or Thread substituted
- Coating: Clear UV Resin over abdomen and thorax/wingcase