{"product_id":"jiggy-mini-leech-black-with-purple","title":"Jiggy Mini Leech - Black with Purple","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Jigged Mini Leech That Swims Like the Real Thing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eJiggy Mini Leech in Black with Purple\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact, tungsten-beaded jig pattern that imitates the small leeches and aquatic worms that trout actively hunt in Colorado's rivers and reservoirs. The black body with purple head is a proven color combination — the dark profile creates a strong silhouette in the water column while the purple bead adds a subtle flash trigger that draws strikes from aggressive trout.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMini leeches are an underutilized food source that trout key on year-round, especially in slower pools, along undercut banks, and in the deeper runs of the Roaring Fork and Colorado River. The jig hook rides point-up through the drift, reducing snags and improving hookup rates, while the tungsten bead gets this fly to depth quickly. Fish it dead-drift like a nymph or give it a subtle pulse to imitate a swimming leech — either way, trout eat it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePattern Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jigged tungsten bead mini leech\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black body with purple bead\/head\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize available:\u003c\/strong\u003e #16\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBead:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tungsten jig bead — fast sink rate, rides hook point-up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black — strong silhouette in the water column\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHook:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jig hook — reduces snags, improves hookups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImitates small leeches and aquatic worms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEffective on the Roaring Fork, Colorado River, Frying Pan, and most Colorado tailwaters and stillwaters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Fish It\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDead-drift on a tight line or under an indicator through pools, runs, and along undercut banks where leeches are most active. For a more active presentation, give the fly a subtle pulse or twitch during the drift to imitate a swimming leech — this often triggers reaction strikes from trout that ignore a static drift. Also works well swung on a soft-hackle retrieve at the end of the drift. Pairs well with a small midge or nymph as a dropper in a two-fly rig.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvailable in store at Glenwood Springs Outdoors, 831 Grand Ave, Glenwood Springs, CO.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"North Country","offers":[{"title":"#16","offer_id":54392308728174,"sku":null,"price":3.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/1090\/7758\/files\/JiggyMiniLeechBlackPurpleHead_480x285_0761375f-f94d-49cf-9285-74eebb37a0fe.jpg?v=1785110136","url":"https:\/\/www.glenwoodspringsoutdoors.com\/products\/jiggy-mini-leech-black-with-purple","provider":"Glenwood Springs Outdoors","version":"1.0","type":"link"}