X-Caddis "Hybrid"

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Just tying some X-Caddis patterns today. I tied one with short palmered hackle and was wondering if others do this.

I realize the X-Caddis is to represent the crippled caddis, but thought the short palmered hackle would not detract from this - especially in pretty rough water.

What do you think? Sort of a cross between the X-Caddis and the EHC.

Thanks,
Byron

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I have tied some cripples with hackle and a short X-caddis style wing. Have had success at times with them.