Adam's - Midge

Adams – Midge

The Adams is one of the most iconic and universally effective dry flies ever tied — and the midge version brings that same proven profile down to the tiny sizes that selective trout demand in clear, low water and technical tailwater situations. Tied in sizes 20 and 22, the Adams Midge imitates the small midges, tiny mayflies, and other minute insects that trout feed on heavily throughout the season, particularly in tailwaters and spring creeks where fish see heavy pressure and become highly selective. Its muted, natural tones and classic proportions give it a versatility that few midge patterns can match.

Pattern Details

• Style: Midge-sized classic dry fly / small insect imitation
• Body: Grey muskrat dubbing — muted, natural tone that imitates a wide range of small mayflies and midges
• Hackle: Mixed brown and grizzly — provides flotation and a lifelike, buggy appearance
• Best water: Tailwaters, spring creeks, and flat water — wherever selective trout are feeding on small insects in clear, low-water conditions
• Target species: Trout
• Techniques: Dead-drifted through feeding lanes on a fine tippet; effective during midge and small mayfly hatches when trout are sipping in the film
• Sizes available: 20, 22

The classic Adams profile scaled down for the most demanding technical situations — the Adams Midge delivers the precise, natural presentation that selective tailwater and spring creek trout require when they’re feeding on the smallest insects.