The X-Caddis: Tying an effective caddis dry fly pattern

The X-Caddis, with it's trailing Zelon shuck, can emulate both the dun and emerger stage of a hatching caddis. It is a versatile caddis dry fly pattern and a good alternative to the Elk Hair Caddis.
The X-Caddis was created by Yellowstone fly tying expert Craig Matthews.
It is a very versatile caddis pattern emulating a variety of stages of emergence while remaining a buoyant dry fly pattern that is easy to tie.
Check out our article on the X-Caddis for step-by-step illustrated instructions and a full material list and more: tacklevillage....