Orvis UK

Red Neck

$1.75

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Description

Very similar to a small Pheasant Tail Nymph this general purpose nymph pattern is suitable for imitating a whole host of small darker food items that Trout feed on, with the addition of a hot spot behind the brass bead, the weighted bead helps get down to the feeding fish.

Specifications

Category

Nymphs

Target Species

trout

Techniques

finesse

Water Column

bottom

Action

dead-drift nymph

Conditions

clear water, current, cold water

Field Notes

A general-purpose nymph for trout, especially when fish are feeding subsurface on small dark insects or nymphs. The weighted brass bead helps it sink quickly, making it useful for dead-drift presentations in runs, seams, and pockets.

Pros

  • Weighted bead helps it get down fast
  • Versatile imitation of small dark food items
  • Good general-purpose trout nymph

Cons

  • Not ideal when trout are feeding on the surface
  • Small profile may be hard to see in low light

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