Why the Kryptonite Caddis Always Stays in My Fly Box

If you haven't tied on a kryptonite caddis yet, you're likely missing out on some of the most aggressive strikes you'll see all season. It's one of those patterns that looks a bit ridiculous when you first see it in a fly bin—almost too bright, too neon, and a little bit like something out of a sci-fi movie. But once that fly hits the water and gets down into the strike zone, trout seem to lose their minds over it. ...

February 25, 2026 · 7 min · Robert Brooks