Being a Danish fly angler might also mean that sea trout fishing is a passion – at least it has been for me since I grew up with it. In the past 20 years, I have also fished for giant sea trout in TDF, Argentina and that has made me even more addicted to fly fishing for sea trout, which is truly a magic fish! It brings so many wonderful challenges to the game.
Fishing hardcore for sea trout all my life has for sure made me a better salmon angler as the sea trout is a very moody fish and you therefore have to think, not just cast.
I have tried many different patterns over the years. However, it seems to be the same patterns and colors that prove themselves to be outstanding. Therefore, we have decided to share some of those here that are meant for wet fly fishing. These patterns have been adjusted in size to match the general conditions that I have seen and experienced over a lifetime as a sea trout angler. We have also added a few ingredients to those patterns that I know sea trout really loves.
All the TDF sea trout flies are weighted in order to perfect their motion and balance in both a slow and a strong current.
My opinion is that it is never the fly that catches the fish… but the flies presented here do make a difference.
- Do they work in Scandinavia as well? – Yes!
P.S.: All TDF flies are tied by a professional Danish fly tier and therefore maintains a standard of high quality, in both material and workmanship.
Black Ghost – light dressed
Season: From the start of the season to the end of the season. When the water is relatively clear. Weather being a mix of sun and clouds, with no direct sun on the water.
Water conditions: Medium.
Fly length: 7,5 cm
Single hook size: #6
For line weight: From 18 grams/278 grains and up.
Kraken – Large
Season: From the middle to end summer. When the surroundings are dark green or brownish. Perfect for dark and cloudy days and especially good during nightfall.
Water conditions: Medium to high.
Fly length: 9 cm
Double hook size: #6
For line weight: From 24 grams/370 grains and up.
Kraken – Small
Season: Mid season, dark surroundings, when it is dark in the water. Cloudy weather, with no direct sun on the water. Dark riverbed. Also for evening/night fishing in clear water.
Water conditions: Low to medium.
Fly length: 5 cm
Double hook size: #8 #10
For line weight: From 18 grams/278 grains and up.
Chartreuse Crawler – Large
Season: From the start to the end, when the water is slightly colored. Cloudy weather, with no direct sun on the water. Great in rivers with a light brown riverbed.
Water conditions: Medium to high.
Fly length: 9 cm
Single hook size: #4
For line weight: From 18 grams/278 grains and up.
Chartreuse Crawler – Small
Season: From the start to the end, when the water is slightly colored. Cloudy weather, with no direct sun on the water. Great in rivers with a light brown riverbed.
Water conditions: Low to medium.
Fly length: 6 cm
Single hook size: #6
For line weight: From 16 grams/247 grains and up.
Black Crawler – Large
Season: From start to early end season, best under shifting light conditions.
Water conditions: Medium to high.
Fly length: 9 cm
Single hook size: #4
For line weight: From 18 grams/278 grains and up.
Black Crawler – Small
Season: From start to early end season, best under shifting light conditions.
Water conditions: Low to medium.
Fly length: 6 cm
Single hook size: #6
For line weight: From 18 grams/278 grains and up.
Sneaky Green – Nymph
Season: From the start of the season to the end of the season, especially when fishing channels and pockets. Can be fished across and upstream, as well as downstream. Weather being a mix of sun and clouds, with no direct sun on the water. An exceptionally great nymph for sea trout.
Water conditions: Low to medium high.
Fly length: 1.7 cm
Single hook size: #8 #10
For line weight: From 16 grams/247 grains and up.
TK 13 – Orange Killer
Season: An excellent fly for the whole season, best under shifting light conditions. Also great for late evening and early morning fishing in slightly colored water.
Water conditions: Medium
Fly length: 6 cm
Single hook size: #8 #10
Salmo hook guide: Black
For line weight: From 18 grams/278 grains and up.
TK 14 – Pinky’s Brother
Season: From the start of the season to the end of the season. Weather being a mix of sun and clouds. When the water is relatively clear and slightly cold. Has performed magically the past many years.
Water conditions: Medium
Fly length: 6 cm
Single hook size: #8 #10
Salmo hook guide: Black
For line weight: From 18 grams/278 grains and up.
TK 15 – Chartreuse Devil
Season: This is a great pattern for early spring to late summer. Especially in rivers with a taint of color and dark river bottom. The weather being a mix of sun and clouds.
Water conditions: Low to medium high.
Fly length: 6 cm
Single hook size: #8 #10
Salmo hook guide: Black
For line weight: From 18 grams/278 grains and up.
