Overview

The Tungsten Rainbow Warrior Silver Bead Fly is a proven attractor nymph that consistently produces fish when more natural patterns fail. Built on the highly effective Rainbow Warrior platform, this variation swaps in a bright silver tungsten bead that adds extra flash and visibility in the water, making it especially effective in deep runs, fast currents, or low-light conditions. The reflective bead works in tandem with the pattern’s iridescent body to draw trout from a distance, while the slim, streamlined profile allows for a quick descent to the feeding zone. This makes it an excellent choice for tight-line nymphing, as a point fly in a Euro-nymph rig, or dropped below a dry in a hopper–dropper setup.

The pattern excels year-round, but its visibility and quick sink rate make it a go-to during spring runoff, after heavy rains, or in pocket water where trout have limited time to inspect their prey. Available in sizes 16 and 18, it’s perfectly sized to imitate a variety of small mayfly nymphs and midge larvae, giving it versatility in both stillwater and river systems. Whether you’re targeting selective tailwater fish or opportunistic freestone feeders, the Tungsten Rainbow Warrior Silver Bead is a confidence fly that belongs in every angler’s box.Read More +