Red Attacker

Red Attacker – Bead Head

The Bead Head Red Attacker is a flashy attractor nymph designed to grab attention and trigger aggressive strikes from trout. Featuring distinctive red wire ribbing and a bright silver bead head, this proven pattern imitates a variety of aquatic insects while adding extra visibility and attraction underwater.

The Red Attacker excels in faster currents, deeper runs, and slightly stained water where flash and contrast help fish locate the fly. A versatile searching nymph for rivers, streams, lakes, and tailwaters, it consistently produces strikes from trout feeding near the bottom.

Key Features

• Bright red wire body for increased visibility
• Silver bead head adds weight and flash
• Effective attractor-style nymph pattern
• Great for rivers, streams, lakes, and tailwaters
• Performs well in clear and slightly stained water
• Ideal for trout and other freshwater species

Imitates

Mayfly nymphs, small aquatic insects, and attractor nymphs

Sizes Available

#12 – #18

Fishing Tips

Fish the Red Attacker near the bottom under an indicator or as part of a tandem nymph rig. Drift it through riffles, seams, runs, and deeper holding water where trout actively feed.