A "Cat Straggle" fishing fly is a variation of a traditional "Cat's Whiskers" fly pattern, typically with the addition of "straggle" materials like marabou or hackle for increased movement and attraction. These flies are often smaller and more stealthy, used as mini-streamers or dropper flies to bring life to a cast of other flies. They can be fished on the point or as a top dropper and are effective in a variety of water conditions, including bright weather.
Imitates: Cat Straggles can mimic leeches, baitfish, and even dragonfly nymphs, making them versatile for various fishing scenarios.
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The "straggle" element, usually long strands of marabou or hackle, adds a further dimension of movement and flash to the fly.Due to their smaller size, Cat Straggles are often used as mini-streamers or top droppers, adding subtle movement and attraction to a larger fly setup.
They can be fished in a variety of ways, including sinking, floating, or as part of a nymph rig, depending on the target species and water conditions.
Certain color combinations, like white and chartreuse, can be highly effective in bright weather.
Cat Straggle
- Fly Patterns: Please note these are hand made items, so may vary slightly from the pictures on the website, due to natural variations in the materials used for our flies, variations in the dyeing process, and individual tying styles.