Hot wired Prince (3)

The Hot-wired Prince Nymph is a modern twist on the classic Prince Nymph, incorporating wire for added weight and flash. Here’s a breakdown of its key components:

• Hook: Size 10-16 nymph hook
• Bead: Gold bead, brass or tungsten
• Thread: Black or red 6/0
• Tail: Brown goose biots
• Body: Copper and red Ultra Wire, size medium
• Thorax: Peacock herl
• Hackle: Brown hen or rooster
• Wing: White goose biots

Fishing Techniques

The Hot-wired Prince Nymph can be fished effectively using several techniques:

1. Nymphing: Cast upstream and let the nymph drift naturally with the current. This technique mimics the movement of real insects underwater.
2. Euro Nymphing: Use a longer rod and a tight line to maintain direct contact with the nymph, allowing for better strike detection and control.
3. Indicator Nymphing: Attach a strike indicator to your leader to help detect subtle bites. This method is particularly useful in deeper or faster waters.

Fishing Locations in New Zealand

New Zealand offers some prime spots for using the Hot-wired Prince Nymph:

• Tongariro River: Known for its large rainbow and brown trout, especially effective during the winter spawning runs.
• Mohaka River: Offers diverse fishing opportunities with good populations of trout throughout the river
• Lake Taupo Tributaries: These streams and rivers are renowned for their trout fishing, particularly during the spawning season

These locations provide excellent environments where the Hot-wired Prince Nymph can be highly effective

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