Carl’s Cicada – Umpqua
As the East sweeps away the dead bodies and Cicadaphobes can again brave the outdoors, it is the perfect time, while their endless droning song remains fresh in your minds, to introduce… Cicada. To be accurate, Cicadas are not every 17 years. There are 7 year and 13 year broods. On the Green River, there are smaller cicadas that hatch almost every year. And the canyon breezes blow literally thousands onto the streams in May and June. A good Cicada pattern can be important from Maryland to Utah to New Zealand.
Two-tone legs of ginger and black mimic the leg coloration of the Green River Cicada. Although this pattern has been proven for over ten years, the addition of a Light Brite (or Wing n Flash) underwing was the dazzle that put the exclamation mark to this fly. White wing for our a
Product Specifications
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Pattern Type | Cicada |
| Leg Coloration | Ginger and black |
| Underwing | Light Brite (or Wing n Flash) |
| Origin | Green River, USA |
| Seasonal Use | May to June |
FAQ
What makes the Umpqua Carl’s Cicada different from other cicada patterns?
The two-tone ginger and black legs mimic the natural coloration of Green River cicadas, and the addition of a Light Brite underwing enhances visibility and realism in the water.
Is this pattern effective in all regions?
This pattern has proven effective from Maryland to Utah and has been used successfully in regions with similar fly fishing conditions.
When is the best time to use this fly?
The best time to use this fly is during May and June when Green River cicadas hatch and are active in the streams.
Neil MacLeod –
Fished during June on the Green River and caught several trout with this pattern. The two-tone legs and light underwing made it look very realistic. A reliable choice for dry fly fishing in the canyon streams.
Oliver Tucker –
Used this fly in Utah and found it effective in mimicking the natural cicada. The underwing added a nice flash in the sun. A bit more expensive, but worth it for the detail.
Boris Newman –
Caught a good number of fish on this pattern during a late May trip. The color match to the actual cicada was spot on. Highly recommend for anglers targeting stream-dwelling trout.