The Cinnamon Sedge Dry Fly is a dedicated caddis imitation designed to replicate adult sedges with warm brown or cinnamon toned bodies. These insects are commonly seen during late spring and summer evenings, when trout move confidently into the surface film to intercept egg laying or newly emerged adults.
Tied with a slim dubbed body and swept-back or tent-style wing, this pattern mirrors the natural posture of a resting sedge. The cinnamon colouring provides a realistic tone that blends naturally with many caddis species found on rivers and stillwaters. Its lightly hackled construction ensures stable flotation while maintaining a low, natural footprint on the surface.
Particularly effective during evening rises and low-light conditions, the Cinnamon Sedge can also serve as a general caddis imitation when trout are feeding on adult sedges but are not fixated on a specific shade.
Please note all of our fishing flies are barbless unless otherwise stated.
Cinnamon Sedge Dry Fly Specifications
Body - Pheasant Tail
Rib - Copper Wire
Hackle - Cock Brown
Head - Black Silk
Hook - Barbless, Mustad of Norway
Target Species - Trout
Why Choose the Cinnamon Sedge?
Realistic Caddis Imitation
Matches common brown and cinnamon toned sedges.
Evening Rise Specialist
Highly effective during late day and dusk surface feeding.
Natural Surface Profile
Tented wing design reflects the adult sedge at rest.
How To Dress The Cinnamon Sedge Dry Fly
Apply Floatant To Wing & Hackle
Lightly treat these areas before fishing to maintain buoyancy.
Avoid Heavy Treatment On The Body
Allow the fly to sit naturally in the surface film.
Refresh When Needed
Use amadou or desiccant powder if the fly absorbs water during use.
How To Fish the Cinnamon Sedge Dry Fly
Upstream Dead Drift
Cast upstream and allow the fly to drift naturally through likely feeding lanes. Accurate, drag-free presentation is key.
Evening Sedge Activity
Fish during late afternoon and evening when adult sedges become active and trout rise confidently.
Gentle Twitch Retrieve
Occasionally introduce a slight twitch to imitate an egg laying caddis fluttering on the surface. This can trigger aggressive takes.
The Cinnamon Sedge Dry Fly is a dependable surface pattern, particularly during warm evenings when trout are feeding steadily on adult caddis insects.
