TB Balanced Leech
In Stock • Bozeman, MT
- Balanced design keeps the fly riding horizontally in the water
- Tungsten bead helps the fly sink quickly and stay in the zone
- Natural leech-like posture creates subtle lifelike movement
- Excellent under indicators, especially in stillwater fisheries
- Can also be slowly jigged or twitched near the bottom
Description
The Balanced Leech is a cleverly engineered pattern that uses a small pin extending beyond the hook eye to mount a bead, effectively counterbalancing the weight of the hook and materials. This design allows the fly to ride horizontally in the water column, closely mimicking the natural posture and movement of a swimming leech. While technically a streamer, it’s most often fished under an indicator like a nymph, though it can also be jigged near the bottom with great success in lakes and rivers. It’s a deadly pattern for trout, especially in the colder months.