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Mop Fly Chartreuse

Mop Fly Chartreuse is a bright high-visibility grub pattern for dirty water, stocked fish, and days when trout want something loud. It supports chartreuse Mop Fly searches.

Imitates: Bright grub or attractor food forms

Best Sizes: #10-14
Best Season: Year-round
Best Conditions: Dirty water, high flows, and aggressive trout situations
Water Temp: 40-62°F
Recommended Tippet: 4X-5X

How to Rig It

Fish under an indicator or as a heavy upper attractor in tandem rigs.

How to Present It

Deep drifts with enough weight to keep it near the bottom.

Why It Works

The color is easy for trout to see when visibility is low.

History

Bright mop variants became popular with anglers targeting off-color conditions.

Pro Tip

Reach for chartreuse when tan or natural shades disappear in stained water.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I fish Chartreuse Mop Fly?+

In dirty water or when trout respond better to bright attractor flies.

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