Trico – Double Wing Spinner
A critical pattern during summer and fall spinner falls, the Trico – Double Wing Spinner is designed to imitate spent Tricorythodes mayflies as they collect on the surface after mating flights. These dense morning spinner falls often create intense feeding activity, especially from selective trout in calm or slow-moving water.
With its low-profile silhouette and delicate presentation, the Trico Spinner excels when trout are keyed in on tiny surface insects and refusing larger patterns. A must-have dry fly for technical tailwater and spring creek fishing.
| Key Features |
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| Realistic spent-spinner profile |
| Ideal for technical trout fishing |
| Effective during dense morning spinner falls |
| Excellent in calm water and clear conditions |
FAQ
What type of water conditions work best with the Trico Spinner?
The Trico Spinner performs best in calm or slow-moving water, especially during morning spinner falls when trout are actively feeding on surface insects.
Is the Trico Spinner suitable for use in tailwater or spring creeks?
Yes, the Trico Spinner is specifically designed for technical tailwater and spring creek fishing due to its low-profile and delicate presentation.
How does the Trico Spinner imitate natural insects?
It closely mimics the appearance and behavior of spent Tricorythodes mayflies after mating flights, with a realistic profile that matches how these insects settle on the surface.
Caroline Hardacre –
Fished it during a morning spinner fall on a clear spring creek and the trout took it immediately. The presentation was subtle and natural, perfect for when they’re keyed in on small surface insects.
Heather Wilson –
Used it in a calm tailwater stream and saw several trout rise to it. The double wing design looks authentic and the fly floats well without splashing.
Carol Parsons –
Good match for morning spinner activity. A bit delicate to handle, but effective when the water is still and the insects are active.
David Walsh –
This fly worked well in a slow-moving creek during a late morning session. The trout were selective and only took the Trico when the surface was quiet.
Nicola Short –
Felt like a natural match for the surface insects. Took a few strikes, though not every cast resulted in a take. Works best in clear, still water.