As a large part of the competition fly fishing scene, the Blowtorch has quickly made it's way into the average angler's fly boxes. It is very productive pattern that fish just have to bite. This makes it a must have in every fly angler's fly box! The CDC Collar and fluorescent tag give this pattern all it needs to put fish after fish in the net.
As far as the color combinations go, the darker variation is a good blanket pattern for any bugs that might be in the river, but the natural Hare's Ear and green tag seems to produce better when caddis are present. With that being said, The Hare's Ear and green tag has been a proven producer when fished in a tight line rig for steelhead.
So if you're looking for a great soft hackle fly that has the ability to turn good days into great days, look no further!
Sizes are as follows:
Sz. 12 - 4.0mm
Sz. 14 - 3.5mm
Sz. 16 - 3.0mm