Blowtorch Nymph: Materials, Tying Guide & How to Fish It

A proven Euro nymph that triggers aggressive eats in tough conditions.

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The Blowtorch is a high-visibility tag nymph designed to stand out without overpowering the drift. Below you’ll find the full materials list and how I fish it.

Blowtorch Materials List

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How I Fish the Blowtorch

When I Tie It On

I reach for the Blowtorch when conditions call for visibility and attitude.

Slightly stained water
Pocket water with broken current
Fast seams that require a quick sink rate
Cold mornings when fish need a trigger

It’s a fly that gets noticed without overpowering the drift.

Where It Shines

The Blowtorch excels when it’s allowed to lead.

As the point fly in a two-fly Euro rig
In heavier runs where subtle flies disappear
Early in the day to help locate active fish

It’s often the fly that tells me how aggressive the fish are.

Rigging Tip

Fish it as your anchor fly with a slimmer, more natural pattern above it.

Let the Blowtorch grab attention.
Let the top fly clean up the cautious eaters.

The Blowtorch is powerful — but it’s even stronger as part of a complete system.