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Although it’s typically not our top pick to imitate most Brown Drakes here in the East, we do sell this and use this as an attractor type fly or when any larger mayflies are hatching. He did although, in all fairness, create this for the Western Brown Drakes and we…
This fly truly gives the Adams a run for it’s money. One of the best attractor/generic mayfly type flies ever developed! We’ve heard Kelly Galloup say that it IS the BEST dry fly of all-time. The Borcher’s Special is a Michigan import that is a favorite of many. Our friend…
A great early season choice especially. Use for Blue Quills, Dark Hendricksons, BWOs, Insonychias….and the list goes on. The Blue Dun is as classic as it gets…yet still highly effective. Classic Blue Dun traditional style dry fly with duck quill wings. This is another “old school” fly that has been…
Great for fishing early and late in the day and a must have attractor pattern. When the popular stuff ain’t working, try this and see what happens! The Black Gnat is a traditional style, duck quill winged black dry fly. It’s about as old school as it gets and we have had…
One of Kelly’s best and most popular fly designs. Truly one of the best dry flies of all-time…..ant or not! Kelly Galloup’s Ant Acid may well be one of the most productive dry flies of all-time. It’s that good! Absolutley top pick as a dry fly here. We agree with…
One of Kelly’s most popular and successful flies of all-time. This is truly one of the best dry flies ever made….ant or not. Kelly Galloup’s Ant Acid may well be one of the most productive dry flies of all-time. It’s that good. Absolutley top pick as a dry fly here.…
This fly is an amazing imitation of the Deer Flies, or True Flies that are so prevalent around here in the Summer months. They will literally pile up so thick under bridges and on tress that it looks like a beehive. Truly one of the most overlooked dry flies of…
A parachute style fly, although can be used in rough water, is more known for smooth, flat water. These ride a bit lower on the water than the standard hackled version and therefore create a more lifelike sillhouette. The classic Adams dry pattern tied parachute style. White post aids visibility…
The Adams was developed by Leonard Halladay from Mayfield, Michigan in 1922. We was encouraged to do so by his friend Charles Adams….thus the name. It has since become one of the most famous, if not THE most famous dry fly of all-time. The Adams is one of the most…
The redeye damsel did the number on a beautiful 47cm rainbow trout. One of my favourite patterns to tie and fish for rainbow trout in South Africa.
Autumn in South Africa marks the start of our Stillwater Float Tubing season. The Xplorer Journey V Boat’s are the best-selling float crafts available in Soth Africa. Made with 2 independent polyurethane bladders and Hi-Density foam seats, they are the safest V-boats too. They are quick and easy to assemble and are super comfortable to fish from. Watch as Richard Gorlei, from Xplorer’s Pro Staff, unboxes the Xplorer Deluxe II Journey V boat, and gets it ready to launch. CONNECT WITH US ONLINE: Visit Our Website: http://www.xplorerflyfishing.co.za Follow Us On Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/xplorerflyfis… Follow Us On Instagram: http://instagram.com/xplorerflyfishing/# Filmed by @FLYBRU
We are excited to bring you the much anticipated, all-new Xplorer Classic 3.0 fly rod. The Xplorer Classic range of fly rods was our first and extremely popular range of rods that was first introduced in 1998. Now the all-new Classic 3.0 is the next generation in the Classic family for 2021. Totally redesigned with the latest technology in its class. Check out the new Classic 3.0 rods today. CONNECT WITH US ONLINE: Visit Our Website: http://www.xplorerflyfishing.co.za Follow Us On Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/xplorerflyfis… Follow Us On Instagram: http://instagram.com/xplorerflyfishing/# Filmed by @FLYBRU
Interesting way to tie in the hook and the fly, it might be useful for Bass.
Sculpin are a big trouts favorite food and finding the right pattern can be tough. The tube sock sculpin brings a lot to the table. great profile, movement, and is simple to tie. This bug also gives you all the great swimming qualities of a game changer style fly without all the shanks and extra time behind the vise. Material List: Hook: #1 or 2 streamer hook Moonlit Hook Works great https://snakeriverfly.com/collections… Eyes: Large lead eyes Body: Techno Bunny Olive https://snakeriverfly.com/products/te… Fins: Lazer Legs Atomic City https://snakeriverfly.com/collections… Tail: Techno Bunny Olive https://snakeriverfly.com/products/te… Head: Techno Bunny Olive https://snakeriverfly.com/products/te…
Ever since I can remember, I’ve been scratching around the streambed, turning over rocks & studying the little bugs clambering around on their undersides. What first prompted me to go in search and identify the bugs found in the underwater nooks & crannies of the stream bottom; I can’t recall. I…