Sunny Side Wriggler – Worm Brown
The Sunny Side Wriggler is my take on the infamous “Bacon and Eggs”.
It’s a silly fly that started off as a joke, but one day when I was fishing a section of river that had dirty water due to snow melt, I tied on a Sunny Side Wriggler and was dumbfounded by its effectiveness.
Like all of my flies, this fly is designed to be heavy and act as your primary source of weight, use it as an anchor or replace your split shot with it.
If the water is clear I fish the worm brown/pink or pink/cheese colorways, on the other hand if the water is off color I use the red/sunburst or wine/fl. orange colorways.
— Signature Tyer Hans Mylant
| Color Options | Best Water Conditions |
|---|---|
| Worm Brown / Pink | Clear water |
| Pink / Cheese | Clear water |
| Red / Sunburst | Off-color water |
| Wine / Fl. Orange | Off-color water |
FAQ
What is the best time to use the Sunny Side Wriggler?
The Sunny Side Wriggler performs best in both clear and off-color water, depending on the color variant used. For clear water, choose worm brown/pink or pink/cheese. For murky or off-color water, use red/sunburst or wine/fl. orange.
Can the Sunny Side Wriggler be used as a weight substitute?
Yes, the Sunny Side Wriggler is designed to be heavy and can be used as a primary weight source, acting as an anchor or replacing split shot.
Austin Ross –
Fished in a snowmelt river with dirty water and the worm brown/pink worked perfectly. It stayed on the line and attracted fish consistently. A solid choice for murky conditions.
Stewart Fraser –
Used it in clear water with pink/cheese and it held well. The weight is noticeable and helps keep the line stable. Not flashy, but effective.
Emma Avery –
Switched from split shot to the Sunny Side Wriggler in a stained river. It sank steadily and kept the fly in place. Great for when you need a reliable anchor.