The Montana Black & Lime Nymph is a bold, high contrast variation of the traditional Montana pattern, designed to attract attention in both rivers and stillwaters. Combining a dark body with a vibrant lime accent, this fly creates a strong underwater silhouette while adding a bright trigger point that trout often respond to in coloured or turbulent water.
Originally inspired by stonefly and large aquatic nymph imitations, the Montana style has evolved into a proven attractor pattern. The black base provides depth and definition, while the lime tail or thorax adds visibility and movement.
Suitable for reservoirs, lakes and faster rivers, the Black & Lime Montana Nymph is a versatile option when trout are targeting larger subsurface prey or when a brighter pattern is needed to stand out.
Please note all of our fishing flies are barbless unless otherwise stated.
Montana Black & Lime Nymph
Tail - Black Cock Cape
Body - Black Chenille
Hackle - Cock Black
Thorax -Chenille Lime
Wing Case - Chenille Black
Head - Black Silk
Hook - Barbless, Mustad of Norway
Target Species - Trout
Why Choose The Montana Black & Lime Nymph?
High-Visibility Contrast
The lime detail enhances visibility in deeper or slightly coloured water.
Strong Silhouette
The black body creates a defined outline that fish can easily detect.
Attractor Qualities
Effective when trout are reacting to colour and movement rather than matching a specific hatch.
How To Fish the Black & Lime Montana Nymph
Upstream Bottom Presentation
Cast upstream in rivers and allow the fly to track close to the substrate under light tension. Maintain steady contact to detect takes.
Indicator Nymphing
In deeper water, use a strike indicator to control depth and keep the fly near the feeding zone. Adjust leader length to suit current speed.
Stillwater Retrieve
On lakes or reservoirs, allow the fly to sink before retrieving with slow, steady strips. Vary retrieve speed to imitate natural movement and trigger reaction strikes.
The Montana Black & Lime Nymph remains a reliable and adaptable pattern, delivering consistent results when trout are feeding on larger nymphs or responding to bold colour contrasts.
