SOW BUG FLASHBACK

Description

Sow Bug Flashback – a realistic sow bug imitation with subtle flash

The Sow Bug Flashback is a proven trout pattern designed to imitate sow bugs—an important food source in many tailwaters and spring creeks. Its natural profile, combined with a subtle flashback wing case, adds just the right amount of visibility without sacrificing realism. These fly fishing flies are perfect for fooling selective trout that feed heavily on sow bugs near the bottom.

Design / Features

The Sow Bug Flashback features a soft, buggy dubbing body, fine ribbing for segmentation, and a flashback wing case that gives off just enough shimmer to draw attention. Its compact, realistic silhouette mimics live sow bugs drifting naturally in the current. Durable construction ensures the fly holds its shape through multiple hookups, making it a dependable workhorse pattern in your box.

When & Where to Use

The Sow Bug Flashback excels in tailwaters and spring creeks where sow bugs are abundant—especially in cold-water systems rich with aquatic vegetation. It’s most effective fished deep on Euro-nymphing rigs, under an indicator, or in tandem with a smaller midge or nymph. A year-round producer, this fly shines in slow seams, riffles, and drop-offs where trout feed steadily.