Fly Fishing Gear | Nymphs
From the legendary Copper John to the fan-favourite Pink Tag Jig, we range a fantastic collection of Fulling Mill and Category 3 nymphs, suitable for use in our local area, around Australia and next door (New Zealand).
WHAT IS A NYMPH? A nymph is a type of fly designed to imitate the aquatic larval stage of insects. Unlike dry flies, which float on the water's surface, nymphs are meant to sink below the surface, mimicking insects that drift or crawl along the bottom of rivers and streams. Nymphs are effective for catching fish that are feeding on subsurface prey, making them a key tool in many fly fishing scenarios. WHEN TO FISH NYMPHS Nymphing is particularly effective in situations where fish are focused on subsurface prey rather than surface insects. Nymphs are a go-to choice when you observe that fish are not actively feeding on or near the surface, which can be common in periods of low insect hatch activity. Their ability to imitate the aquatic larval stage of insects makes them suitable for catching fish that are foraging close to the bottom which makes them an effective choice in all seasons. In terms of water conditions, nymphs are versatile and can be effective in a range of environments. They are well-suited for both moving and still water, particularly in deeper pools, runs, or areas with a slower current where fish are likely to be holding close to the bottom. Nymph fishing is also beneficial in murky or stained water, as these flies can still attract fish even when visibility is reduced. By fishing nymphs, anglers can effectively target fish that are feeding in the subsurface layers, which is crucial for successful fishing when surface activity is minimal. WHAT IS AN IDEAL NYMPHING SETUP? For an ideal nymph setup, the rod, line, leader, and tippet all need to be carefully chosen. A rod suitable for nymph fishing typically has a weight range from 4 to 6. Rod lengths usually range from 9 to 11 feet for nymph fishing, with longer rods being favored for techniques such as Euro nymphing, which requires greater control and sensitivity. The line used for nymph fishing is often a weight-forward floating line or a dedicated nymphing line with a specific taper. For Euro nymphing, a specialized line with a thin diameter and high visibility is commonly used, which helps in detecting subtle takes and maintaining control over the drift. Leaders for nymph fishing are generally longer and heavier than those used for dry fly fishing, ranging from 9 to 15 feet. A tapered leader helps with turnover and ensures a smooth presentation, while for Euro nymphing, a level leader with a fine diameter is often used to maintain sensitivity and control.
Tippets are crucial in connecting the leader to the nymph and should be chosen based on the size of the nymph and the target fish. For nymph fishing, tippet sizes typically range from 4X to 7X, with lighter tippets being used for smaller nymphs and delicate presentations. In Euro nymphing, the tippet is usually thinner to enhance sensitivity and detect subtle strikes. If you have a particular nymphing setup in mind but would appreciate some additional advice. Simply get in touch with our friendly sales team – they’re always up for a chat. You can contact us by calling our Tumut store on (02) 6947 4062 or by email.
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Category 3 Hare & Copper - Orange Tungsten Bead
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New Zealand's most-used nymph, with a trigger added Hare's fur ribbed with copper wire has been catching trout since the early 1900s, and it stays ...
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Fulling Mill Croston's Chenille Worm Red - Barbless (Red)
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Bung Bug's Are Here! Designed to be fished in conjunction with Fulling Mill's new Bung-style indicator system, this little worm will get sucked und...
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Fulling Mill Croston's Chenille Worm Hot Pink - Barbless (Red)
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Bung Bug's Are Here! Designed to be fished in conjunction with Fulling Mill's new Bung-style indicator system, this little worm will get sucked und...
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Category 3 Hare & Copper - FL Orange Tungsten Bead
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The bead that stays orange when everything else goes grey Fluorescent pigments do something ordinary paint cannot: they hold their own colour whate...
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Fulling Mill Croston's Bung Buzzer Viva - Barbless (Red)
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Bung Bug's Are Here! Designed to be fished in conjunction with Fulling Mill's new Bung-style indicator system, this little black and chartreuse buz...
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Fulling Mill Croston's Bung Buzzer Black - Barbless (Red)
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Bung Bug's Are Here! Designed to be fished in conjunction with Fulling Mill's new Bung-style indicator system, this little black and red buzzer is ...
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Category 3 Gummers Carpet Caddis - Pink Tungsten Bead
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CdC on a sunk fly, which is less common than it should be CdC is thought of as a dry fly material, but the same barbules that trap air also trap ti...
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Category 3 Cheeky Fella Olive - Black Tungsten Bead
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Get this fly up in front of fish with a good presentation and there is a pretty good chance they will eat it Tied on a Tiemco 2457 super strong c...
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Category 3 Gummers Carpet Caddis - Black Tungsten Bead
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Pick the bead size, and you have picked the depth The size range does more than change the fly's dimensions. A 4mm bead on a size 10 is a bomb that...
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Fulling Mill Croston's Chenille Worm Soft Pink - Barbless (Red)
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Bung Bug's Are Here! Designed to be fished in conjunction with Fulling Mill's new Bung-style indicator system, this little worm will get sucked und...
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Fulling Mill Croston's Mini Cocktail Worm Coral - Barbless (Red)
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The Weirdest Worms Around! We've never met this Croston bloke, but we love his worms! Even though these things look like a cross between a glow st...
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Fulling Mill Croston's Mini Cocktail Worm Candy - Barbless (Red)
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The Weirdest Worms Around! We've never met this Croston bloke, but we love his worms! Even though these things look like a cross between a glow sti...
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Fulling Mill Croston's Bung Buzzer Wildcard - Barbless (Yellow)
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Bung Bug's Are Here! Designed to be fished in conjunction with Fulling Mill's new Bung style indicator system, this little buzzer is the wildcard o...
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Fulling Mill Croston's Bung Buzzer Olive - Barbless (Red)
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Bung Bug's Are Here! Designed to be fished in conjunction with Fulling Mill's new Bung style indicator system, this little black buzzer is the subt...
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Category 3 Habanero Lavender - Gold Tungsten Bead
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A Spicy snack for any big trout Half-Grubby, half-nymphy, half-caddisy add up to all the way delicious. If you're after the right profile for a sli...
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Category 3 Habanero Olive - Gold Tungsten Bead
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A Spicy snack for any big trout Half-Grubby, half-nymphy, half-caddisy add up to all the way delicious. If you're after the right profile for a sli...
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Category 3 Habanero Tan - Gold Tungsten Bead
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A Spicy snack for any big trout Half-Grubby, half-nymphy, half-caddisy add up to all the way delicious. If you're after the right profile for a sli...
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Category 3 Pheasant Tail Southside - Black Tungsten Bead
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Fill a box full of these, and you can't go wrong. When the mayflies go off, reach for the Category 3 Pheasant Tail Southside BTB for your next fly ...
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Category 3 Pheasant Tail Northside - Black Tungsten Bead
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The classic pheasant tail nymph revamped and just as deadly. The Category 3 Pheasant Tail Northside BTB is a variation on the tried and tested phea...
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Fulling Mill Christopher Bassano's Claret Nymph Copper Bead
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When the fish are down deep you need a fly that can reach them, this one has you covered. A very versatile pattern which can be fished under a dry,...
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Fulling Mill Christopher Bassano's Claret Nymph Black Bead
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A great option to get down where the fish are hiding. Similar to the Claret Copper Bead this juicy nymph is a great option for those days when the ...
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Category 3 Flashback Pheasant Tail - Copper Tungsten Bead
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A pheasant tail that stopped pretending to be subtle A plain pheasant tail is an imitation. Add legs, UV dubbing and a flashback and you have somet...
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Fulling Mill Roza's Pink Hares Ear - Barbless Jig
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Buggy where it counts, bright where it needs to be Hare's fur is the scruffiest dubbing there is, and the guard hairs standing out from the body su...
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Fulling Mill SR Orange Head Mary - Barbless
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Tricky Rainbows? Seems like a misnomer but they do exist... Anyone that's spotted pods of rainbows and simply can t get them to eat late season and...
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