Ray Charles Sowbug
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The Ray Charles Sowbug is a legendary pattern designed to imitate the small, gray crustaceans found in tailwaters, spring creeks, and other slow-moving streams. Originally tied by guides on Montana's famed Bighorn River, the fly earned its name from the saying, “Even a blind man can catch fish with it.” It’s that effective.
Tied with a soft gray/white body, subtle ribbing, and a hint of orange flash, the Ray Charles presents a lifelike silhouette that trout simply can’t ignore. It excels year-round in fisheries with a healthy sowbug population—especially in cold tailwaters where these crustaceans are a staple in the trout’s diet.
Best for:
- Tailwaters and spring creeks with abundant sowbugs
- Year-round nymphing, especially in colder months
- Slow-moving or gently riffled water
📌 Pro Tip: Fish the Ray Charles Sowbug as part of a two-fly rig with a midge or small mayfly pattern. Add weight to get it down near the bottom where sowbugs naturally reside.
