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 A fully stocked Elktrout fly shop awaits you — right on the premises in case you need a new pair of waders, a rod or just forgot to pick up some leaders. We have thousands of flies in stock at all times and our guides will be happy to assist you with everything from picking the right fly to trying out the latest Orvis fly rods.
If we don't have it in stock, we can get a rush delivery the next day for many items.
Rods and Reels
We recommend #4 to #6 weight outfits for the bulk of our fishing. Most of the fish are healthy, muscular fish in the 16 to 25 inch range and can take you into your backing on occasion. When the Colorado and Blue Rivers are running full, these rods let you land a fish without overplaying. The new large arbor reels like the Battenkill are especially helpful at keeping up with larger quarry.
You may also want to bring a #3 weight for fishing Troublesome Creek. This smaller stream is well suited to smaller and lighter tackle, although fish can run up to 20 inches or more.
 Fly Line
Most of the time we fish floating lines. You may want to bring a sink tip for stripping streamers in the deeper runs.
Waders
Chest waders with felt soles and a wading belt will cover all wading situations. Breathables are especially comfortable during hot days, and when layered properly, are great in cold weather as well.
 Leaders and Tippet
3x through 6x 9ft leaders. Extra tippet in 4x, 5x, and 6x.
Rental Gear - fly rod, reel and waders: $35/day.
*Please reserve in advance.
Other Items
Fly floatant
Split shot - we prefer Orvis' new tin shot over lead
Forceps
Snips
Strike Indicators
Flies
See the following chart for a rough guideline on fly assortments. Check our hatch chart for general hatch timing information. Naturally, weather, water flow, runoff, etc. can significantly affect insect activity.
| FLY ASSORTMENT FOR ELKTROUT WATERS |
| SEARCHING DRY FLY PATTERNS: |
| #10-#14 |
Royal Wulff |
(Used All Seasons) |
| #12-#14 |
Humpy |
(Used All Seasons) |
| #10-#12 |
Rio Grande King |
(Used All Seasons) |
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| MAYFLY (DRY FLY) IMITATIONS: |
| #14, #18 |
Pale Morning Dun |
(June-July) |
| #18 |
Iron Morning Dun |
(Used All Seasons) |
| #10-#20 |
Adams |
(Used All Seasons) |
| #10 |
Large Western Green Drake |
(Late June-July) |
| #12 |
Small Western Green Drake |
(Late June-July) |
| #18, #20 |
Trico (white/wing black) |
(August-September) |
| #14, #16 |
Red Quill |
(July-August) |
| #14 |
Callibaetis |
(July-August) |
| #14 |
Light Cahill |
(July-August) |
| #18 |
Blue Wing Olive |
(Used All Seasons) |
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| MAYFLY (NYMPHS & WET FLY) PATTERNS: |
| #14-#18 |
Hare's Ear (dark to light) |
(Used All Seasons) |
| #14 |
Callibaetis |
(July-September) |
| #18 |
Baetis (lt. yellow to dk. brown) |
(Used All Seasons) |
| #14 |
Zug Bug, Prince Nymph* |
(Used All Seasons) |
| #14 |
Light Cahill Wet Fly |
(July-August) |
| #16 |
Tup's Indispensable Wet Fly |
(June-July) |
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| MAYFLY SPINNER PATTERNS: |
| #14, #16 |
Rusty Dun |
(July-August) |
| #20, #22 |
Trico Spinner |
(August-September) |
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| CADDIS (DRY FLY) PATTERNS: |
| #12 |
Light Blond Elk Hair Caddis |
(Used All Seasons) |
| #14-#18 |
Light to Medium Gray Elk or Deer Hair Caddis |
(Used All Seasons) |
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| CADDIS (EMERGER) PATTERNS: |
| #14-#18 |
Green Sedge |
(Used All Seasons) |
| #16 |
Yellow Sedge |
(Used All Seasons) |
| #10 |
Ginger Sedge |
(Used All Seasons) |
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| STONEFLIES: |
| #10-#8 |
Black Stonefly Nymphs** |
(Used All Seasons) |
| #12-#10 |
Golden Stonefly Nymphs** |
(Used All Seasons) |
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| LEECHES: |
| #16-#10 |
Wooly Bugger* |
(Used All Seasons) |
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| OTHER NYMPHS: |
| #10-#12 |
Damselfly Nymph |
(June-August) |
| #14, #16 |
Scuds |
(Used All Seasons) |
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| TERRESTRIALS: |
| #16, #18 |
Black Ant |
(July-September) |
| #10, #8 |
Hopper |
(August-September) |
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* Weighted and Unweighted ** Heavily Weighted
All these flies are normally available at the Elktrout Orvis Store.
In addition, our guides tie their own special flies according to what is working on a day-to-day basis.
Clothing
Rocky Mountain weather is known for its unpredictability. Layering is the best way to go since the weather may go from sunny to rainy to snowing and back again within an hour. Extra boot socks and long underwear or fleece pants will keep the chill out when float tubing or wading in cold water. All fly fishers should wear hats and polarized sunglasses for safety.
In addition to regular fishing clothing, the following items are specially recommended:
Jacket or fleece for cool mornings, evenings and overcast days.
Rain gear
Fishing Hat
Polarized sunglasses
Long sleeve fishing shirt
Comfortable lodge wear (we are very informal)
Night wear
Extra boot socks
Long underwear or fleece pants
Personal Items
Bug repellent
Sun block
Liquor
Camera and film
Toiletries
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