Stone Creek™ Gold Rib Hare’s Ear – Bead Head
The Stone Creek™ Bead Head Gold Rib Hare’s Ear is one of the most versatile and productive nymph patterns ever created. Designed to imitate a wide variety of aquatic insects including mayfly nymphs, caddis larvae, stonefly nymphs, and general subsurface trout food, this fly consistently produces fish in nearly every trout fishery.
The bead head helps the fly sink quickly into the feeding zone while the gold ribbing adds subtle flash and realistic segmentation. Its buggy hare’s ear body creates lifelike movement and texture that trout find irresistible, making it an excellent searching pattern when fish are feeding below the surface.
Available in Standard, Flashback, and Olive styles.
| Style | Use Case |
|---|---|
| Standard | General subsurface feeding |
| Flashback | Low-light conditions or murky water |
| Olive | Clear water or natural color matching |
FAQ
What types of aquatic insects does the Gold Rib Hare’s Ear imitate?
The Gold Rib Hare’s Ear imitates mayfly nymphs, caddis larvae, stonefly nymphs, and general subsurface trout food.
How does the bead head benefit the fly’s performance?
The bead head helps the fly sink quickly into the feeding zone, allowing it to reach trout in deeper water more effectively.
Is the gold ribbing visible in water?
Yes, the gold ribbing provides subtle flash and realistic segmentation, which can attract trout in natural conditions.
Melanie Taylor –
Used this fly in a coldwater stream and caught three trout in a row. The movement and sink rate were perfect for deep water feeding. Works well in both clear and slightly murky water.
Austin MacDonald –
Great for nymphing in the early morning when fish are active below the surface. The gold ribbing adds a nice flash without being flashy. Works well with both standard and olive versions.
Dorothy Powell –
Felt like a natural match for caddis larvae in a rocky stream. Sank quickly and stayed on the bottom. A bit more expensive than other nymphs, but worth it for the performance.
Lillian Manning –
Used it during a dry season when insects were scarce. The hare’s ear body gave a realistic texture that triggered strikes. Flashback version worked best in low light.
Owen Ellison –
Solid performer in a variety of conditions. The olive version blends well in green water. Slightly heavier than expected, but still effective for deep water patterns.