X CADDIS
Learn to tie the X Caddis—an easy, proven dry fly that imitates emerging caddis and catches fish. Great for beginners and a staple in any fly box.
HOGAN'S HOTSPOT PT
DESCRIPTION
Looking for a deadly Pheasant Tail (PT) variation that puts fish in the net across all seasons? Look no further than Hogan’s Hotspot PT—a modern nymph inspired by Mike Mercer’s legendary Hotspot series. This pattern adds a flashy dubbing hotspot to the traditional PT body, giving it the perfect blend of realism and attraction.
In this video, we’ll walk you through step-by-step fly tying instructions for Hogan Brown’s Hotspot Pheasant Tail. Whether you're euro nymphing, tightlining, or fishing it under an indicator, this pattern consistently fools fish.
MATERIALS
| Hook | TMC 3761 |
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Bead |
5/64 Copper Bead |
| Thread | 8/0 Uni-Thread - Camel |
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Tail |
Mallard Flank |
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Body |
Pheasant Tail |
| Copper Wire |
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Legs |
Flouro Flash - Dun |
| Krystal Flash - Purple |
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Wing Case |
Ice Dub - UV Pearl |
