Bumble Bee — The Tiny Troublemaker for Big Bites

Small, buzzy, and suspiciously effective — the Bumble Bee doesn't beg for attention, it earns it. Designed for the peak of summer and the mellow days of autumn, this little pattern fools picky trout and makes indicator rigs behave like they've had personal coaching.

Who it's for: anglers who like simple rigs, reliable results, and the occasional smug grin when a trout nails the strike. Welcome to AXG Life — Life, Adventure-Ready.

Key Features & Design

• Pattern: Classic Bumble Bee — compact, visible, and irresistible to trout.
• Best used: Height of summer and throughout autumn.
• Function: Excellent as a stand-alone dry or as an indicator fly with a nymph tied below.
• Sizes available: #10 – #14 (covers those “not-quite-big” but definitely hungry” moments).

Performance & Benefits

This isn't a fancy showpiece — it's a dependable performer. The Bumble Bee sits high and visible on the surface when used as an indicator, giving you better strike detection than a floating ego. Tie a nymph beneath it and you’ve got a stealthy two-part setup that says, “I came to catch fish and I left with stories.”

How it helps you:

• Turns lazy summer afternoons and crisp autumn mornings into consistent action.
• Improves strike detection when fished as an indicator — less guessing, more hooking.
• Sizes #10–#14 adapt to water clarity and trout mood swings without drama.
• Simple, effective design that pairs well with a variety of nymphs and rigs.

Whether you're nymphing tight seams or drifting a slow run, the Bumble Bee is the kind of fly that quietly upgrades your setup — no fanfare, just fish.

Ready to fish?

Toss a Bumble Bee in your fly box and make your next outing a better story. Add to cart and give your next cast something to brag about.