Agent Orange

Agent Orange — A Stonefly Nymph That Stands Out

When you want a stonefly profile with a bold visual accent, the Agent Orange brings a brown body, bright orange bead, and contrasting black-and-white barred legs to your nymph rig. Available in sizes 8 and 10, it’s a substantial subsurface offering for working trout water, from broken riffles and pocket water to deeper runs. The orange head adds a distinct focal point, while the long legs give the pattern a pronounced silhouette.

Pattern Details

• Style: Beadhead stonefly nymph
• Color: Brown body with a bright orange bead and black-and-white barred legs
• Sizes: 8 and 10
• Best water: Riffles, pocket water, current seams, and deeper river runs
• Techniques: Indicator nymphing or controlled tight-line presentations, with rig weight adjusted to depth and current

Cast upstream of likely holding water and give the fly time to reach the feeding zone. Follow the drift while managing slack, and adjust your depth or added weight to keep it near the bottom without constantly snagging. Work the softer seams beside faster current and pockets behind rocks before moving on.

Keep the Agent Orange ready when you want a stonefly nymph with a contrasting orange accent in your subsurface selection.