Peek at any starter fly kit and there's likely to be some Elk Hair Caddis included, and for good reason, too. One of the most effective dry flies of all time, the White River Fly Shop® Elk Hair Caddis is hard to fish wrong, making it a solid choice when trout are feeding on a wide variety of insects, including stoneflies, mayflies, and, of course, caddis. The elk hair and hackle combine to let this pattern ride high, even in rough water.

• Must-have classic trout fly pattern
• Imitates a wide variety of aquatic insects
• Solid choice when mayflies, stoneflies, and caddis fall
• One of the most popular and productive flies
• Beautifully crafted on sharp hooks