18 Mayflies inc French Partridge, Parachute and Nymph
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18 Mayflies inc French Partridge, Parachute and Nymph
£8.99
£11.50
Ex Tax: £7.49
- Stock: In Stock
- Model: 412/407/108-PACK
- MPN: 412/407/108-PACK
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Mayflies for trout fishing in a pack of 18 flies, includes a mixed selection of Drakes, French Partridge, Parachute Mayfly and Mayfly Nymph - SIZE 10 HOOK
Parachute flies are absolutely brilliant patterns that have become essential in modern dry fly fishing - they're incredibly effective and versatile!
What Are Parachute Flies?
Parachute flies are dry fly patterns where the hackle is wound horizontally around a vertical wing post, rather than traditionally around the hook shank. This creates a distinctive "parachute" appearance that sits beautifully on the water surface.
Key Characteristics:
- Wing Post: Vertical wing (often white calf tail, poly yarn, or CDC) that acts as the parachute post
- Hackle: Wound horizontally around the wing post, creating a flat hackle collar
- Profile: Sits very low on the water with a realistic silhouette
- Visibility: The white wing post makes it easy to see on the water
- Stability: Lands right-side up almost every time
Advantages of Parachute Patterns:
- Low Profile: Sits naturally in the surface film like real insects
- High Visibility: Easy for anglers to track on the water
- Realistic: The horizontal hackle creates a more lifelike appearance
- Versatile: Can imitate various insects depending on size and color
- Stable: Self-righting design lands properly almost every cas
When to Use Them:
- Selective Trout: When fish are refusing traditional dry flies
- Smooth Water: Particularly effective on calm, glassy surfaces
- Hatch Matching: During specific insect emergences
- Low Light: The white post helps visibility in poor light conditions
- Technical Waters: On heavily fished streams where trout are educated
Fishing Techniques:
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May Flies