This fly has been about the most popular fly I have ever designed. The triple segmented two-tone body gives a perfect ant silhouet, the short deer hair wing makes sure the fly rides perfectly in the film, and the small rubber legs give it that little extra kick.

The ant acid is easily the most popular dry fly I have ever developed. The triple segmented, two-tone body gives a perfect ant silhouette, the short deer hair wing makes sure the fly rides perfectly in the film, and the small rubber legs give it that little extra kick.

This two-tone, triple divided Ant pattern sits perfect at the top of the water column because of the short deer hair and the rubber legs make it extra "buggy". The Ant- Acid is a good attractor/terrestrial pattern and is a must have mid-late summer.

Kelly Galloup: Ant Acid fly tying tutorialSee more Kelly Galloup patterns here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHw0oJSxpiAAeusI6-Jp62IhTqGZrTclZInter...

Here is the fly pattern sheet for Kelly Galloup’s Ant Acid. Directions: Start thread on hook and apply dubbing to back 1/3 of hook, creating a large ball. Tie on underwing. Dub slim middle section. Select clump of deer hair, clean and stack. Dub front section. Add a set of legs on each side. Whip finish and trim thread.

Jan 16, 2024 · The Ant Acid is one of the most notable ant imitations that you can find. The pattern comes in a variety of sizes and colors to meet the needs of many fishing scenarios. Personally, this fly has become a confidence pattern and is without question one of the most successful terrestrials in any box.

Jul 7, 2009 · The Ant-Acid is a durable, high-floating ant pattern that will take a little extra time to tie right, but should make an excellent imitation for both regular ants and flying ants throughout the summer season.

With the Galloup's Ant Acid - Hi-Viz, Kelly took the highly-effective Ant Acid pattern and made it a little more user-friendly for this one. Galloup's Hi-Viz Ant Acid features an EP wing which makes the pattern much easier to see.

"The Ant Acid has become a go-to terrestrial pattern for anglers across the country. As a searching pattern, I am not sure there is anything better. As an ant imitation, I am certain of it. The Ant Acid is easily the most popular dry fly I have ever developed." - Kelly Galloup

The instant remedy to a slow fishing day, the Montana Fly Company® Galloup's Ant Acid Fly qualifies as a go-to, tight-line terrestrial anywhere in the world. Kelly Galloup considers it the most popular dry fly he's ever created. The 2-tone, triple-segmented body …