How to tie the Fidget Shrimp with Steve Cullen

Today we are diving into a stillwater sensation - the Fidget Shrimp, tied by Steve Cullen. Steve is tying this one up as a response to a boom in shrimp patterns. Buzzers, Sedges, and Corixia patterns seem to have taken a back seat on some waters with shrimp imitations stealing the spotlight.

The Fidget Shrimp isn’t just another buggy-looking fly, it’s a true attention-grabber. Its design creates plenty of commotion in the water, and that disturbance is exactly what drives trout wild.

One of the great things about this pattern is its versatility. You can beef it up with extra hackle for more movement, or strip it back for a more sparse profile. While the hook size Steve used might not be perfect for ultra-shallow presentations, this fly still excels in shallower water, making it a solid option for stalking trout close to the bank.

All materials needed to tie this fly are available from Glasgow Angling Centre or Edinburgh Angling Centre as listed below, as always, if you need any help finding materials or substitutes, then we'll be happy to help.

Materials Used:

Hook: Fulling Mill 31530 Competition Heavyweight, Size 10

Thread: Uni Thread 8/0 Waxed, Flat Orange

Tail: Veniard Foam Cylinders & Veniard Cock Pheasant Tail Complete

Thorax: Wapsi Standard Cul De Canard, Orange

Hackle: Indian Capes Cock Grizzle

Head: Wapsi Standard Cul De Canard, Orange

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