18 Barbless Daddy Longlegs - Lime Tip, Olive Flexi and Olive Detached

Name: 18 Barbless Daddy Longlegs - Lime Tip, Olive Flexi and Olive Detached
Brand: Troutflies UK - Flies
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18 Barbless Daddy Longlegs - Lime Tip, Olive Flexi and Olive Detached

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Model: 800/816-PACK
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Daddy Long legs trout flies in a multi pack of 18 Flies. Contents include the following on a size 10/12 hook.

6 x Lime Tipped Daddy

6 x Goldhead Olive Flexi

3 x Olive Detached Daddys

3 x Goldhead Olive Detached Daddys

What are Daddy Long Legs Flies?

Daddy long legs trout flies imitate crane flies - those gangly, long-legged insects that often get blown onto the water surface. They're terrestrial insects, so they represent an opportunistic food source for trout when they accidentally end up in the water.

When to Use Them:

Best Season: Late summer through autumn (August-October)

Weather Conditions: Particularly effective on windy days when naturals get blown onto the water

Time of Day: Can work throughout the day, but often most productive in the afternoon and evening

Fishing Techniques:

Natural Drift: Let the fly drift naturally on the surface - daddy long legs typically struggle when they hit the water

Occasional Twitches: Give the fly small twitches to imitate the struggling movement of a crane fly trying to escape

Target Areas: Fish near banks, overhanging vegetation, and areas where terrestrials might fall in

Why Trout Love Them:

Daddy long legs represent a substantial meal for trout - they're much larger than most aquatic insects, making them an attractive target. The erratic movement of a struggling crane fly on the surface often triggers aggressive strikes.