FLY DETAILS
Rainbow Warrior
The Rainbow Warrior is a flashy attractor nymph that excels in tailwaters and pressured fisheries. Its sparse, iridescent body and sleek profile make it effective year-round, even when fish aren't focused on a specific hatch. This simple yet deadly pattern performs well in a variety of water conditions, making it a reliable choice in both nymph rigs and dry-dropper setups.
SIZE -
18
CLASS -
Nymph
MATCH -
Mayfly - Midge - Mosquito
PRESENTATIONS -
Nymph Rig >
This is an effective pattern year-round, especially in a Nymph Rig fished near the bottom. It's typically used as a dropper behind a larger lead fly, where its slim profile and quick sink rate help reach feeding trout in deeper runs and slower pools.
Dry Dropper Nymph >
Fished in tandem with a highly visible dry fly acting as an indicator, this setup allows the nymph to suspend higher in the water column - perfect for targeting trout feeding just below the surface on emerging insects or drifting nymphs.