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Royal Coachman

$2.99

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Description

The famed Royal Coachman is a realistic brook trout fly pattern with almost 150 years of success.

Specifications

Category

Dry Flies

Target Species

trout

Techniques

casting, finesse

Water Column

surface

Action

floating

Conditions

clear water, open water

Field Notes

A classic dry fly pattern for trout, especially when fish are feeding on or near the surface. It works well as a general attractor fly in streams and rivers, and can be fished dead-drift or with a light twitch.

Pros

  • Classic proven trout pattern
  • Good attractor fly for searching water
  • Simple to fish on a dry-fly setup

Cons

  • Can be less effective when trout are keyed heavily on a specific hatch
  • Small size can make it harder to see at distance

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