Olive Missing Link Caddis or Mayfly Flies Hook 12 Flies Size 20
Mercer’s Olive Missing Link: Created by California tier Mike Mercer, the Missing Link is a versatile low-profile dry fly known for its effectiveness during insect hatches with a realistic film-sitting design.
Effective Olive Caddis & BWO Imitation: Accurately imitates adult and crippled olive caddisflies as well as Blue Winged Olives (BWO) with the correct olive body color, segmented abdomen, and natural wing profile.
Premium Low-Profile Construction: Superior flotation in the surface film, durable materials, and a streamlined design that allows the fly to sit naturally on the water’s surface.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Olive Missing Link Caddis or Mayfly Flies |
| Hook Size | Size 20 |
| Quantity | 12 Flies |
| Brand | The Fly Fishing Place |
| Material | High-quality tungsten and natural fiber |
FAQ
What makes the Olive Missing Link different from other caddis flies?
The Olive Missing Link features a realistic film-sitting design and accurately mimics both adult and crippled olive caddisflies as well as Blue Winged Olives (BWO) with a natural wing profile and segmented abdomen.
Is this fly suitable for both still and moving water?
Yes, due to its low-profile design and excellent flotation, it performs well in both still and moving water conditions during insect hatches.
Can this fly be used during early morning or evening hatches?
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Hannah Turner –
Used this fly during a morning hatch and it stayed on the surface perfectly. The olive color and body shape matched the actual caddisflies. Very effective when the water was calm and the wind was light.
Blake Lawrence –
Felt like a natural match for BWO hatches. The fly floats well and doesn’t sink. I caught several fish with it on a slow-moving stream.
Melanie Ross –
Good imitation of olive caddis. A bit stiff when first tied, but after a few casts it settled into a natural position on the water.
Megan Forsyth –
The detail in the wing profile and body segmentation is impressive. I’ve used it in both spring and summer hatches and it’s consistently effective.
James Simpson –
Works well in moderate wind. The fly stays on the surface and doesn’t get lost in the current. Slightly more expensive than others, but worth it for accuracy.