A deadly two-fly combination for Eastern Sierra stillwaters, the Black Buzzer and Claret Buzzer together cover the full spectrum of midge pupae that trout feed on daily. The Black Buzzer provides a clean, natural silhouette that matches the majority of chironomids, while the Claret Buzzer adds a rich red tone that often triggers more aggressive takes—especially in nutrient-rich waters or during peak hatches.
This pairing is highly effective on fisheries like Crowley Lake, June Lake Loop, and Convict Lake, where running multiple chironomid patterns helps dial in exactly what fish are keyed on. Fish them under an indicator at varying depths to locate feeding zones and maximize hookups.
Best Uses:
Two-fly indicator rigs (staggered depth presentation)
Morning through evening midge hatches
Clear to slightly stained stillwater
Target: Trout feeding on chironomid pupae in Eastern Sierra lakes, with color preference dialed in through dual presentation