The Elk Hair Olive Caddis/Sedge Barbless Trout Fly is a must-have for any angler targeting trout. This fly mimics the natural caddisfly, a staple in trout diets, making it highly effective in various water conditions. Its design features a buoyant elk hair wing, ensuring it stays afloat, while the olive body provides a realistic appearance. The barbless hook promotes catch and release, preserving fish health.
Developed in the mid-20th century, this fly has become a favourite due to its versatility and success rate. Perfect for both beginners and seasoned anglers, it excels in fast-flowing streams and calm waters alike..
Elk Hair Olive Caddis / Sedge Barbless Trout Fishing Fly
- Fishing Techniques.
The Elk Hair Olive Caddis/Sedge is best fished using a dead-drift presentation, allowing it to float naturally on the water's surface. Cast upstream and let the fly drift downstream with the current, keeping the line slack to avoid drag. Use a reach cast to position the line correctly and mend as needed to maintain a natural drift.
For added effectiveness, try a skittering technique by twitching the rod tip gently to mimic the movement of a caddisfly. This can trigger strikes from trout, especially during a hatch. Fish in riffles and runs where caddisflies are likely to emerge, and adjust your tactics based on water conditions and fish behaviour.
Key Seasons - when is this
Barbless Caddis / Sedge Trout Fly
most effective?
The Elk Hair Olive Caddis is most effective during late spring to early autumn, aligning with the caddisfly hatch periods. In the UK, prime months are May through September when caddisflies are abundant. This fly excels in warm, overcast conditions, particularly in the evening when caddisflies are most active.
Use it in fast-flowing streams and rivers where trout are likely to be feeding on emerging caddisflies. The barbless design ensures a more ethical catch and release, making it ideal for conservation-minded anglers.
How does the Turrall Elk Hair Olive Caddis / Sedge Barbless Trout Fly imitate a key stage in a fish's diet?
The Elk Hair Olive Caddis/Sedge fly is designed to mimic the adult stage of the caddisfly, a crucial part of a trout's diet. As caddisflies emerge from their pupal stage, they become vulnerable on the water's surface, making them an easy target for fish. The fly's olive body and elk hair wing replicate the natural appearance and buoyancy of the adult caddis, enticing trout to strike. Fish target these insects during their emergence because they are abundant and provide a high-protein meal, making this fly particularly effective during caddis hatches.
Elk Hair Olive Caddis / Sedge Barbless Trout Fly expertly tied
by Turrall for maximum performance.
The Turrall Elk Hair Olive Caddis/Sedge Barbless Trout Fly is expertly tied using high-quality materials to ensure maximum performance on the water. The fly features a realistic profile, crafted with precision to mimic the natural caddis and sedge insects that trout find irresistible. The use of premium elk hair provides buoyancy and a lifelike appearance, while the barbless hook ensures a secure yet gentle catch and release.
This fly's effectiveness is unmatched, making it a must-have for any angler seeking success in diverse fishing conditions. Its design enhances visibility and movement, attracting trout with ease.
Turrall Elk Hair Olive Caddis / Sedge Barbless Trout Fly CABL10
- Turrall Premium Award-Winning Flies – The Best in Fly Fishing
England is the birthplace of fly fishing, and Turrall & Co. Ltd. is proud to be its longest-established company of professional fly dressers, crafting premium flies since the mid-nineteenth century. Over the years, Turrall has earned prestigious recognition from The Sunday Times, Country Living Magazine, and EFTTEX – the leading European Fishing Tackle Trade Association.
Every Turrall fly is the result of traditional craftsmanship fused with modern innovation, delivering consistent, high-performance results on the water. Turrall use only the finest materials, starting with high carbon steel hooks—needle-ground, surgically sharp, and double-coated for durability. Matched with world-class feathers and furs, including
Metz Genetic Hackles where appropriate, these hand-tied patterns are trusted by fly anglers worldwide.
