Sunday, May 22, 2011

Top 12 flies to carry as a beginner ( in my Opinion )

My boy asked me the other day what flies should i carry I dont want or need a backpack full like you do so here were my recomendations to him based on my experiences :

1. #14-16 Adams
2. #14-16 Mosquito
3. #14-16 Light Cahill
4. #18-20 Blue Wing Olive
5. #4-10 Woolly Buggers
6. #4-10 Salmon Fly
7. #14-16 Elk Hair Caddis
8. #4-10 Grasshopper Fly
9. #16-18 Black Ant
10. #16-18 Pheasant Tail Nymph
11. #16-18 Prince Nymph
12. #16-18 Hare’s Ear Nymph
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The ADAMS





5 comments:

  1. I agree full heartily with your post, but would have added a selection of zebra midges size 16-20

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  2. The PT was a winner over the weekend!

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  3. won't get much argument from me...bring those flies anywhere, and you'll do alright!

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  4. Thanks for the comments as in life and remember this is my opinion ( Opinions are like A$$holes evrybody has one and they all stink )it was tuff to leave out my McCoys Miricale Midge , but I felt it would'nt be an honest top 12 Thanks again for your comments BTW my boy has went to a neck lanyard vs. a vest / pack like his dad next post i'm thinking

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