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Rivfly Epoxy Chironomid Pupa / Buzzer Flies - 10-Pack Assortment
Rivfly Epoxy Chironomid Pupa / Buzzer Flies - 10-Pack Assortment
The Slow-Sinking Secret Weapon to Fool the Pickiest Trout in Stillwater and Rivers.
SKU:NY-ECP-167-10-10P
Key Features
- DEADLY REALISM: Glassy epoxy back perfectly mimics the gassy sheen of a natural emerging midge pupa.
- TANTALIZING SLOW SINK: Non-beadhead design creates a slow, vulnerable descent that triggers instinctive strikes.
- FIVE PROVEN COLORS: Conquer any water clarity or light condition, from gin-clear lakes to murky rivers.
- DURABLE & TOUGH: The epoxy coating not only adds realism but also protects the fly from sharp trout teeth, ensuring longevity.
- BARBLESS & STICKY SHARP: Premium, high-carbon steel barbless hooks for superior penetration and easy, ethical catch-and-release.
Trout, Grayling, and Char
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- Description
Unlock the Code for Pressured Fish.
When trout ignore everything else, they can't resist the slow, helpless flutter of an emerging chironomid. Our Epoxy Chironomid Pupa is engineered to be the most realistic imitation you can tie on.
What it imitates:
This fly is a perfect replica of a midge pupa (a "Buzzer" in the UK) ascending to the surface to hatch. The segmented body, wire ribbing, and most importantly, the shiny epoxy back, create the illusion of a living insect with trapped air bubbles under its skin—an easy, protein-packed meal trout are genetically programmed to intercept.
Why it works this season:
During autumn and winter, fish metabolism slows down. They prefer easy, slow-moving targets over fast-chased meals. The gentle, slow sink rate of this non-beadhead fly hangs in the strike zone longer, presenting a can't-miss opportunity for lethargic yet opportunistic trout.
When to use it:
This is your go-to fly on lakes, ponds, and slow-moving sections of rivers. It's especially deadly when you see fish feeding just beneath the surface or during a "trout chop" when wind creates ripples on the water. Use it as your primary weapon in stillwater conditions.
How to rig it:
The Indicator Rig: Hang one or two of these pupae at different depths under a strike indicator.
The "Dry-Dropper" Rig: Use our Parachute Adams as your dry fly on the surface, and tie this pupa 18-36 inches off the hook bend as your dropper.
The Euro Nymph Rig: For ultimate sensitivity, use our Tungsten Nymph as the heavy point fly to get down deep, and rig this Epoxy Chironomid Pupa 20 inches above it on a dropper tag. Its neutral buoyancy will allow it to dance and drift naturally in the current.