Purple Back Baetis — The Midge That Outsmarts Fussy Trout

Tiny, clever, and wearing a purple jacket like it owns the stream. The Purple Back Baetis Split Foam is a midge pattern that laughs at picky trout and performs like it’s had years of fly-school. Perfect for anglers who prefer subtlety with a side of attitude — AXG Life, Life, Adventure-Ready.

Who it’s for

For anglers chasing spooky trout on skinny water, midges in riffles, or anyone who refuses to lose to a fish with better taste. If you like gear that actually works and doesn’t flap around like a suggestion, this fly is for you.

Key Features & Design

• Pattern: Split Foam Back midge — built for realistic presentation in small sizes.
• Color: Distinctive purple back for extra attraction without shouting.
• Material: Foam construction for buoyancy and durability in fragile midge profiles.
• Detail: Incredible detail for such small patterns — mimics natural baetis behaviors and profiles.

Performance & Benefits

This fly solves the “too picky” trout problem. The split foam design keeps the profile true while adding just enough buoyancy and shimmer to sit in the film where trout expect their snacks. The purple back is subtle but effective — like a secret handshake between angler and fish.

• Delivers lifelike drift and silhouette in skinny water and riffles.
• Durable foam construction stands up to repeated casts and sips from curious trout.
• Small, detailed pattern fools picky fish where bulkier flies fail.
• Works great during baetis hatches and as an everyday midge option that turns stuck weekends into hero stories.

Tip: Fish it with a light tippet and an honest drift — this is a subtle recruiter, not a flashy party crasher.

Ready to level up your fly box?

Toss a few Purple Back Baetis into your kit and make your next hatch the one you actually remember. Add to cart and make the trout reconsider their life choices.