18 Barbless Parachute Dry Flies - 8 varieties
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18 Barbless Parachute Dry Flies - 8 varieties
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- Stock: In Stock
- Model: 803-pack
- MPN: 803-pack
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18 Parachute Trout Fishing Flies - Choice of Sizes Available
Barbless Grey Duster
Barbless Red Ant
Barbless Olive Parachute
Barbless Adams Parachute
Barbless Black Gnat Parachute
Barbless Terrys Emerger
Barbless Hares Ear Parachute
Barbless Cahill Parachute
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
Tags:
Dry Trout Flies