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.Click here to read more...
Fulling Mill SR Pink Head Mary - Barbless
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View full detailsCategory 3 Gummers Ultra Tactical PTN - Copper Tungsten Bead
Category 3 Fly Company5.0 / 5.0
2 Reviews
Tactical means you get the weight you actually asked for The word gets used loosely, but on a nymph it means something specific: a slim profile, a ...
View full detailsCategory 3 Gummers Generic Crusher - Black Tungsten Bead
Category 3 Fly CompanyDrift it, swing it, drag it or bomb it Some nymphs only work one way. This is not one of them, and that is the argument for carrying it: the same f...
View full detailsCategory 3 Hare & Copper UV - Black Tungsten Bead
Category 3 Fly CompanyA trigger in the body, not on the head This is the odd one in the family and the most useful on tricky water. The hare's fur is blended with UV fla...
View full detailsCategory 3 Hare & Copper - Red Tungsten Bead
Category 3 Fly Company5.0 / 5.0
3 Reviews
A spot of red, for the reason nobody can quite explain Trout show a persistent liking for a touch of red on a nymph, and the red tungsten bead puts...
View full detailsFulling Mill OE Double Bead Beatis
Fulling MillBeatis are back! Then again they never really went anywhere... An ultra-slim profile, super lifelike tail and leg arrangement, this fly is a clear/...
View full detailsFulling Mill Buzzer Tungsten Nugget Olive Barbless
Fulling MillWeight without thickness, which is harder than it sounds A real midge pupa is very slim, and most ways of adding weight to a fly make it fatter. A ...
View full detailsFulling Mill Peeping Caddis - Barbless Jig
Fulling Mill5.0 / 5.0
2 Reviews
Peeping out to get eaten This Jig caddis pattern is tied with a tungsten bead which is perfect for when the fish are hard on the bottom in a big...
View full detailsCategory 3 York - Gold Tungsten Bead
Category 3 Fly CompanyAnother Pheasant tail variant with ice blue dubbing in the thorax This is the gold tungsten bead version. A firm favourite with trout worldwide. T...
View full detailsCategory 3 York - Black Tungsten Bead
Category 3 Fly CompanyAnother Pheasant tail variant with ice blue dubbing in the thorax This is the black tungsten bead version.A firm favourite with trout worldwide....
View full detailsCategory 3 Prince of UV - Black Tungsten Bead
Category 3 Fly Company4.67 / 5.0
3 Reviews
Two white biots, and nothing in the river looks like that The white goose biots laid along the back are what make a Prince a Prince, and they are t...
View full detailsCategory 3 Pole Position - Red Tungsten Bead
Category 3 Fly Company5.0 / 5.0
3 Reviews
For slow water, where the fish gets a long look Fast water forces a quick decision and a fish will take something imperfect. Slow water does the op...
View full detailsCategory 3 Magic May - Black Tungsten Bead
Category 3 Fly CompanyMost nymph boxes are two sizes too big Small dark mayfly nymphs make up more of what a trout eats than anything else in the water, and they are con...
View full detailsCategory 3 Hoover - Gold Tungsten Bead
Category 3 Fly Company5.0 / 5.0
2 Reviews
Named Hoover, because it sucks up every fish in the stream Tied on a Tiemco 2457 super strong curved nymph hook with a wide gape. Curved wide gape...
View full detailsCategory 3 Hoover - Copper Tungsten Bead
Category 3 Fly CompanyNamed Hoover, because it sucks up every fish in the stream Tied on a Tiemco 2457 super strong curved nymph hook with a wide gape. Curved wide gape...
View full detailsCategory 3 Hoover - Black Tungsten Bead
Category 3 Fly CompanyNamed Hoover, because it sucks up every fish in the stream Tied on a Tiemco 2457 super strong curved nymph hook with a wide gape. Curved wide gape...
View full detailsCategory 3 Hare & Copper - Gold Tungsten Bead
Category 3 Fly Company5.0 / 5.0
2 Reviews
The standard, and still the one that gets the first cast Gold is the bead most nymphs are built around, and there is a reason it has not been displ...
View full detailsCategory 3 Hare & Copper - Black Tungsten Bead
Category 3 Fly Company4.75 / 5.0
4 Reviews
The one to tie on when the fish have seen everything A bright bead is a liability on hard-fished water. Black is the stealth option: it adds the tu...
View full detailsCategory 3 Flashback Pheasant Tail UV - Black Tungsten Bead
Category 3 Fly Company5.0 / 5.0
1 Review
Epoxy over the back, and it stays looking new A clear coat over the wing case does two things. It holds a smooth, hard surface that reflects light ...
View full detailsCategory 3 Red Flashback Pheasant Tail - Black Tungsten Bead
Category 3 Fly CompanyThe flash is on the back, where a fish looking up will see it Position matters as much as colour. A strip of red laid along the top of the fly rath...
View full detailsCategory 3 Crucial Ant - Black Tungsten Bead
Category 3 Fly CompanyAnts drown, and trout eat far more of them under the surface than on it A dry ant is a summer classic, but the ones a trout actually eats most of a...
View full detailsCategory 3 Code Red - Black Tungsten Bead
Category 3 Fly CompanyThe only fly you can rely on in 'Code Red' situations Tied on a Tiemco 2457 super strong curved nymph hook with a wide gape. Curved wide gape hook...
View full detailsCategory 3 Cheeky Fella Black - Black Tungsten Bead
Category 3 Fly CompanyGet 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...
View full detailsCategory 3 Big T Caddis - Black Tungsten Bead
Category 3 Fly CompanyA green caddis for water you can see the bottom of Caddis larvae are one of the most abundant things in a trout stream and a green cased grub is wh...
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