Beadheads
Best Beadhead Nymphs for Trout
- Beadhead Pheasant Tail
- Beadhead Hare’s Ear
- Beadhead Prince Nymph
- Beadhead Zebra Midge
- Beadhead Copper John
Best use: Getting flies down quickly in current
Water: Rivers, riffles, runs, and deeper pockets
Sizes: Typically 12–18
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Beadhead flies help get your fly down quickly, making them ideal for deeper water and faster currents where trout are feeding below the surface.
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Edible Arrangement (Barbless)
$1.34Original priceOriginal price $1.34 - Original price $1.34Original price$1.34 - $1.34Current price $1.34| /Jig nymphs are becoming more and more popular in the fly fishing community. Edible Arrangement is meant to mimic a caddis pupa. Creates the jig a...
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Egan's Frenchie Jig - Umpqua (Barbless)
$3.86Original price $4.29Original price $4.29 - Original price $4.29Original price $4.29$3.86 - $3.86Current price $3.86| /"A jigged version of one of the most productive Euro style nymphs that has ever existed. The jigged hook allows for more snag-free drifts and bette...
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Egan's Thread Frenchie - Tungsten - Umpqua
$3.65Original price $4.05Original price $4.05 - Original price $4.05Original price $4.05$3.65 - $3.65Current price $3.65| /Another jigged version of the infamous Egan's Frenchie. This one features a thread-wrapped body that reduces the overall size of the nymph body. It...
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Egg Sucking Squiggly-Beadhead
$0.99Original priceOriginal price $0.99 - Original price $0.99Original price$0.99 - $0.99Current price $0.99| /Probably the hottest pattern as of late are Squirmy Worms. Now on an egg, it is sure to lure out the particularly stubborn fish. Great addition...
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Egg Sucking Stone - Solitude
$3.38Original priceOriginal price $3.38 - Original price $3.38Original price$3.38 - $3.38Current price $3.38| /Great stone pattern for any fish that is looking to eat them. Big tungsten bead on this pattern makes this fly sink like a rock. Invented by Tom...
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Egg Sucking Stone-Beadhead
$1.35Original priceOriginal price $1.35 - Original price $1.35Original price$1.35 - $1.35Current price $1.35| /These guys are monsters that pack a punch, if you don't catch a fish with one of these bad boys it is because the fish are scared of it. Great for...
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Egg-Sucking Leech-Beadhead
$1.09Original priceOriginal price $1.09 - Original price $1.09Original price$1.09 - $1.09Current price $1.09| /Alaska's #1 pattern just got a little better. All gamefish eat leeches, this pattern imitates leeches, forage fish, stonefly nymphs all of which ...
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Eggi Juan Kenobi-Beadhead
$0.99Original priceOriginal price $0.99 - Original price $0.99Original price$0.99 - $0.99Current price $0.99| /This hybrid egg/worm is gaining popularity at an alarming rate. Better have a few in the box for when the fish are stubborn, or there is nothing...
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Eggstacy-Beadhead
$0.99Original priceOriginal price $0.99 - Original price $0.99Original price$0.99 - $0.99Current price $0.99| /Eggstacy chenille is an incredible material for egg patterns, it gives the fly a transparent look to it when wet. It is extremely easy to tie th...
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Electric Prince-Beadhead
$0.99Original priceOriginal price $0.99 - Original price $0.99Original price$0.99 - $0.99Current price $0.99| /Over the years many a prince imitation have been made. And almost all of them have been successful on one river or another. The electric prince i...
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Emerger Adams-Beadhead
$0.89Original price $0.99Original price $0.99 - Original price $0.99Original price $0.99$0.89 - $0.89Current price $0.89| /This pattern is deadly when fish are keying on emergers. The emerging stage is when insects are the most vulnerable, and big fat fish slurp them u...
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Emerger BWO-Beadhead
$0.89Original price $0.99Original price $0.99 - Original price $0.99Original price $0.99$0.89 - $0.89Current price $0.89| /This pattern is deadly when fish are keying on emergers. The emerging stage is when insects are the most vulnerable, and big fat fish slurp them up.
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Emerger Callibaetis-Beadhead
$0.89Original price $0.99Original price $0.99 - Original price $0.99Original price $0.99$0.89 - $0.89Current price $0.89| /This pattern is deadly when fish are keying on emergers. The emerging stage is when insects are the most vulnerable, and big fat fish slurp them ...
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Emerger Light Cahill-Beadhead
$0.89Original price $0.99Original price $0.99 - Original price $0.99Original price $0.99$0.89 - $0.89Current price $0.89| /This pattern is deadly when fish are keying on emergers. The emerging stage is when insects are the most vulnerable, and big fat fish slurp them u...
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Emerger PMD-Beadhead
$0.89Original price $0.99Original price $0.99 - Original price $0.99Original price $0.99$0.89 - $0.89Current price $0.89| /This pattern is deadly when fish are keying on emergers. The emerging stage is when insects are the most vulnerable, and big fat fish slurp them u...
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Espresso Midge - Fulling Mill
$3.63Original priceOriginal price $3.63 - Original price $3.63Original price$3.63 - $3.63Current price $3.63| /A great Zebra Midge variant. A thin pearlesent rib followed by a thin wire rib gives this fly a new look with superb fishability. Tied on our popul...
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Euro Black Bullet - Tungsten (Barbless)
$1.22Original priceOriginal price $1.22 - Original price $1.22Original price$1.22 - $1.22Current price $1.22| /An excellent searching and general purpose pattern. Works well in waters with mayfly hatches, but more of a attractor pattern. Red butt creates a ...
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Euro Caddis - Tungsten
$1.22Original priceOriginal price $1.22 - Original price $1.22Original price$1.22 - $1.22Current price $1.22| /A nice caddis pattern excellent for euro styled fishing. Exceptional for areas with larger caddis. A picked out dubbing collar gives it a emerger ...
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Euro CDC Pheasant Tail-Tungsten (Barbless)
$1.19Original price $1.32Original price $1.32 - Original price $1.32Original price $1.32$1.19 - $1.19Current price $1.19| /CDC is one of our favorite materials for nymphs. It moves like mini marabou and looks incredible underwater. This pattern is tied much like a phea...
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Euro Collared Pheasant Tail- Tungsten (Barbless)
$1.22Original priceOriginal price $1.22 - Original price $1.22Original price$1.22 - $1.22Current price $1.22| /A traditionally styled fly with modern materials. Soft woodchuck dubbing is used as a collar to make it appear similar to a soft hackle Tungsten b...
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Euro Copper John-Tungsten (Barbless)
$1.22Original priceOriginal price $1.22 - Original price $1.22Original price$1.22 - $1.22Current price $1.22| /The Copper John is an incredibly famous pattern. This variation is tied a euro jig hook, and includes a tungsten bead. Perfect for Czech/Euro nymp...
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Euro Copper Zebra-Tungsten (Barbless)
$1.32Original priceOriginal price $1.32 - Original price $1.32Original price$1.32 - $1.32Current price $1.32| /A deadly nymph pattern that is a real producer. This pattern is simple and to the point. Thread based bodies counter wrapped wire wire for durabil...
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Euro Hare's Ear-Tungsten (Barbless)
$1.45Original priceOriginal price $1.45 - Original price $1.45Original price$1.45 - $1.45Current price $1.45| /A new twist on a classic. The Euro Hare's Ear is tied with modern materials on a barbless 60 degree jigged hook to help you elevate your game. A g...
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Euro Hot Butt Pheasant Tail-Tungsten (Barbless)
$1.45Original priceOriginal price $1.45 - Original price $1.45Original price$1.45 - $1.45Current price $1.45| /An incredibly buggy pattern that cuts through the water. Tied like a pheasant tail but with some upgrades. A squirrel collar adds bugginess withou...
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Euro Hot Spot Orange - Tungsten (Barbless)
$1.45Original priceOriginal price $1.45 - Original price $1.45Original price$1.45 - $1.45Current price $1.45| /An incredibly buggy pattern that cuts through the water. A cross between a hare's ear and a pheasant tail with a buggy little collar. An orange ho...
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Euro Jig - Umpqua (Barbless)
$2.86Original price $4.29Original price $4.29 - Original price $4.29Original price $4.29$2.86 - $2.86Current price $2.86| /A simple Euro-style jigged fly that hits all of the right buttons. Thin body, good colors, the right proportions, this fly may not have a fancy nam...
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Euro Jig Minnow - Fulling Mill (Barbless)
$3.63Original priceOriginal price $3.63 - Original price $3.63Original price$3.63 - $3.63Current price $3.63| /Fishing streamers in the same style as a Nymph can be deadly - this pattern is a solid performer. Minnow/Sculpins are typically available year...
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Euro Jig Silver Fish - Fulling Mill (Barbless)
$3.63Original priceOriginal price $3.63 - Original price $3.63Original price$3.63 - $3.63Current price $3.63| /Fishing streamers in the same style as a Nymph can be deadly - this pattern is a solid performer. Minnow/Sculpins are typically available year...
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Euro Pink Tag-Tungsten (Barbless)
$1.22Original priceOriginal price $1.22 - Original price $1.22Original price$1.22 - $1.22Current price $1.22| /"Tag nymphs" like the Blowtorch and Flashback Red Tag, have gained popularity in recent years. The simple reason is they are incredible effective....
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Euro Red Tag - Tungsten (Barbless)
$1.32Original priceOriginal price $1.32 - Original price $1.32Original price$1.32 - $1.32Current price $1.32| /Similar to a Blowtorch. However, the slimed down body works especially well in clear waters with more finicky fish.
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Euro Scud - Tungsten (Barbless)
$1.32Original priceOriginal price $1.32 - Original price $1.32Original price$1.32 - $1.32Current price $1.32| /This scud pattern features a tungsten bead and a jig hook Gets down quick, and doesn't snag the bottom A great option for those fishing Czech/Euro...
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Euro Surveyor - Tungsten (Barbless)
$1.32Original priceOriginal price $1.32 - Original price $1.32Original price$1.32 - $1.32Current price $1.32| /A great attractor pattern that is also great as a general searching pattern. With an emerger look to it, it can also replicate an emergering insec...
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Euro Tactical May-Tungsten (Barbless)
$1.45Original priceOriginal price $1.45 - Original price $1.45Original price$1.45 - $1.45Current price $1.45| /A hugely productive nymph pattern that should be in most anglers fly boxes. This pattern is simple and to the point. Natural materials are used to...
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Euro Zebra Midge Hot Butt - Tungsten (Barbless)
$1.32Original priceOriginal price $1.32 - Original price $1.32Original price$1.32 - $1.32Current price $1.32| /Euro Hot Butt Zebra Midge (Jigged, Barbless) When the bite gets technical, midges still get eaten. The Euro Hot Butt Zebra Midge is a jig-style, ba...
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Euro Zebra Midge-Tungsten (Barbless)
$1.32Original priceOriginal price $1.32 - Original price $1.32Original price$1.32 - $1.32Current price $1.32| /A hugely productive nymph pattern that should be in most anglers fly boxes. This pattern is simple and to the point. Thread based bodies counter w...
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How to Fish Beadhead Nymphs
Beadhead nymphs are designed to sink quickly and reach feeding trout in deeper water. They are one of the most effective ways to consistently catch fish in a wide range of conditions.
- Use beadheads to get down in faster currents and deeper runs
- Fish under an indicator or as part of a nymph rig
- Adjust weight and depth until you are consistently ticking bottom
When to Use Beadhead Flies
Beadhead nymphs are effective year-round and are often the best option when trout are feeding subsurface.
- Ideal when no surface activity is present
- Effective in cold water and during non-hatch periods
- Great for covering water and finding fish
Fly Selection Tips for Beadheads
Choosing the right beadhead pattern depends on water depth, current speed, and available food sources.
- Use smaller patterns (sizes 14–18) in clear or pressured water
- Larger patterns work well in faster or deeper conditions
- Match common food sources like mayfly nymphs and caddis larvae
Beadhead Fly Quality & Construction
- Beads: Brass or tungsten for effective sink rates
- Hooks: Chemically sharpened for consistent hook sets
- Materials: Durable, fishable materials built for repeated use
- Tested: Proven effective in rivers and tailwaters