CDC Pale Olive Dry Fly in sizes #16 and #18. This subtle, realistic CDC pattern is essential for selective trout during hatches of small pale olive mayflies.

CDC Pale Olive Dry Fly

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$1.49
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CDC Pale Olive Dry Fly in sizes #16 and #18. This subtle, realistic CDC pattern is essential for selective trout during hatches of small pale olive mayflies.
  • CDC Pale Olive Dry Fly in sizes #16 and #18. This subtle, realistic CDC pattern is essential for selective trout during hatches of small pale olive mayflies.
  • CDC Pale Olive Dry Fly in sizes #16 and #18. This subtle, realistic CDC pattern is essential for selective trout during hatches of small pale olive mayflies.
CDC Pale Olive Dry Fly

CDC Pale Olive Dry Fly

$1.49
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The CDC Pale Olive Dry Fly is a highly effective, minimalist pattern designed to imitate small, pale-olive mayfly duns (adult stage) when they are emerging and resting on the water. Utilizing the natural properties of CDC (Cul de Canard) feathers, this fly offers an incredibly realistic, high-floating presentation that sits perfectly in the surface film. This subtle, natural-looking fly is essential for fooling selective trout in technical waters, particularly during hatches of smaller Baetis or Ephemerella species.

Product Features
  • Realistic Profile: The natural CDC wing cluster provides a lifelike appearance of a newly emerged mayfly dun, crucial for selective fish.
  • Subtle & Natural: Designed for a delicate presentation on clear, slow-moving water where realism is paramount.
  • Optimal Floatation: CDC feathers are naturally buoyant and shed water effectively, ensuring the fly floats well and sits correctly in the surface tension.
  • Essential Color: The pale olive coloration matches many common mayfly hatches throughout the spring and fall seasons.
  • Durable Construction: Expertly tied to remain effective even after multiple fish and casts.
  • Optimal Sizing: Available in the essential small sizes #16 and #18, covering the key range for matching most small pale olive mayfly hatches.

When to Use the CDC Pale Olive Dry Fly
This fly is crucial for specific technical situations where trout are focused on emerging pale olive mayflies.
  • During Pale Olive Hatches: The prime time to use this fly is during hatches of small Baetis or Ephemerella species, especially on cloudy or overcast days.
  • Technical & Clear Water: Ideal for clear, slow-moving rivers and tailwaters where trout have ample time to inspect the fly before taking it.
  • Picky Trout: When fish are rising consistently but ignoring bulkier attractor patterns, this subtle, natural imitation is often the solution.
  • Calm Water: Excels in calm pools and slick runs where a realistic, drag-free drift is necessary.
HANDLE WITH CARE: Hooks are extremely sharp. Please handle with care to avoid injury.

NOTE: As these flies are hand-tied, slight variations in color and size may occur between batches.

SAFETY WARNING: This product contains small parts and sharp hooks. Keep out of reach of children and pets. Use with caution.

WARNING: WARNING: This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

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