Traditional Favourites Selection #1

Silvereye Flies' Traditional Favourites selection is a curated collection of classic and timeless fly patterns that have proven effective for generations of anglers. These patterns are versatile and can be used in various fishing situations.

Key patterns in the Traditional Favourites Selection:

• Dry Flies:
  • Royal Wulff: A classic dry fly that imitates a variety of insects, including mayflies and stoneflies.
  • Adams: A versatile dry fly that imitates a variety of insects, including mayflies and caddisflies.
  • Elk Hair Caddis: A dry fly that imitates caddisflies, especially during their emergence.  
• Nymphs:
  • Pheasant Tail Nymph: A versatile pattern that imitates a variety of aquatic insects, including mayflies and stoneflies.  
  • Hares Ear Nymph: Another versatile pattern that can imitate a range of insects, including mayflies, caddisflies, and stoneflies.  
  • Copper John: A simple but effective nymph that imitates a variety of aquatic insects.  

When and Where to Use:

These traditional patterns can be used in a variety of freshwater fishing situations, including:

• Rivers and streams: Fish them in deeper pools, runs, and riffles where the current is moderate to swift.
• Lakes and ponds: Target fish near structure, such as rocks, weeds, or drop-offs.
• Tailwaters: Fish them in the deeper, faster-moving sections of tailwaters below dams.

Fishing Techniques:

• Dry Fly Fishing:
  • Dead-drifting: Cast the fly upstream and let it drift naturally with the current.
  • Mending: If the current is strong, mend your line to keep the fly in the strike zone.
  • Twitching: Gently twitch the fly to add movement and attract fish.
• Nymphing:
  • Dead-drifting: Let the nymph drift naturally with the current.
  • Slow retrieve: Slowly retrieve the nymph, giving it a subtle pulse or jiggle.
  • Fast retrieve: Quickly strip the nymph back to the surface, imitating a fleeing insect.

By understanding the specific characteristics of each pattern and employing the appropriate fishing techniques, you can increase your chances of catching fish with Silvereye Flies' Traditional Favourites Selection.

Each line is sized #10 to #16.

Hare’s Ear Brown #10, #12, #14, #16

Hare’s Ear Grey #10, #12, #14, #16

Pheasant Tail #10, #12, #14, #16

GB Pheasant Tail #10, #12, #14, #16

GB Purple Prince #10, #12, #14, #16

Hare and Copper #10, #12, #14, #16

Copper John #10, #12, #14, #16

March Brown #10, #12, #14, #16