BH Zug Bug — the caddis nymph that still gets the job done

Old-fashioned? Maybe. Effective? Absolutely. The BH Zug Bug takes the classic bead-head caddis nymph and gives it a little extra attitude — peacock-bodied flash with a fan tail that says, “I’m not subtle.” For anglers who want dependable results and a fly that looks good doing it, this is your new go-to.

Who it’s for: dry-to-wet converters, nymph purists, and anyone who wants reliable attraction without a gimmick. Why it matters: this pattern combines natural profile with built-in weight and flash so you spend more time catching and less time rearranging your ego. AXG Life — Life, Adventure-Ready.

Key Features & Design

• Pattern: Bead head Zug Bug — classic caddis nymph silhouette with a fan tail.
• Body material: Peacock body for natural iridescent attraction and realistic movement.
• Weight & flash: Bead head adds necessary weight for subsurface presentation and a touch of flash to trigger strikes.
• Versatility: Larger sizes also imitate salmon and stonefly nymphs, expanding this fly’s usefulness across conditions.
• Use: Fish as a caddis nymph (and yes—experiment with it as a stonefly/salmon nymph in bigger sizes).

Performance & Benefits

This fly solves two classic fishing problems: getting down quickly and getting noticed. The bead head ensures the Zug Bug bites the current and reaches feeding lanes where trout hang out, while the peacock body and fan tail provide lifelike shimmer and silhouette that provoke reluctant fish into committing.

Whether you’re nymphing riffles, swinging seams, or probing deep runs, the BH Zug Bug makes stubborn weekends less stubborn. It’s built for early starts, late casts, and those questionable decisions that somehow become memorable stories. Turns stuck weekends into hero stories — or at least better bar talk.

Why you'll pack it

• Reliable subsurface sink rate thanks to the bead head.
• Attractor color from the peacock body without looking fake.
• Flexible sizing that doubles up as salmon/stonefly imitation when needed.
• Low drama, high results — the quiet professional of your fly box.

Ready to upgrade your nymph rig? Toss the BH Zug Bug in your fly box and make your next story worth telling — add to cart and make Monday jealous.