Rio Grande King Trude
Rio Grande King Trude
October 2023
By Marty Staab
Not all attractor flies are flash and neon - this easily tied pattern has been around for a hundred years, and still hits the important triggers. "Trude" style refers to the calftail single wing, draped over the back of the fly, including important patterns like the Lime Trude, Royal Trude, and Peacock Trude. Once you become comfortable with the calftail, you will move on to beautiful patterns like the Royal Wulff.
Instructions: Rio Grande King Trude tips WEB.PDF