Egan's Anchor Stone
Egan's Anchor Stone is a heavy tactical stonefly nymph built to get down fast and carry smaller flies into the zone on euro rigs. It supports Egan's Anchor Stone, euro stonefly nymph, and best anchor nymph for trout searches.
Imitates: Stonefly nymphs
Quick Reference
- Best Sizes
- #8-12
- Best Season
- Late winter through fall
- Best Conditions
- Fast runs, pockets, boulder gardens, and deep trout holding water
- Water Temp
- 42-58°F
- Recommended Tippet
- 3X-5X
How to Rig It
Use as the anchor fly in a euro rig with a smaller perdigon or midge trailing behind.
How to Present It
Drive it along the bottom with short controlled drifts and frequent re-casts.
Why It Works
Its weight and broad profile put the whole rig where big trout feed in heavy current.
History
Competition anglers leaned into anchor stoneflies once tight-line systems made multi-fly contact rigs more precise.
Pro Tip
When you keep hanging bottom, you are probably fishing the Anchor Stone at the right depth.
Frequently Asked Questions
When do I fish Egan's Anchor Stone?+
Fish it when you need a true anchor fly to carry lighter trout nymphs deeper.
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