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).

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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.

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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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Fulling Mill SR Org Head Mary Barbless

Fulling Mill

$4.20 - $4.20

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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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Fulling Mill SR Pink Head Mary Barbless

Fulling Mill

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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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Category 3 Gummers Ultra Tactical PTN - Copper Tungsten Bead Nymph

Category 3 Fly Company

$4.20 - $4.20

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Your tactical, but are you ultra tactical? there's near enough, close enough then there's exactly what you need. If you deal in precision, microns...

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Category 3 Gummers Generic Crusher - Black Tungsten Bead Nymph

Category 3 Fly Company

$4.20 - $4.20

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Being Generic isn't a bad thing when you're Crushing it This Nymph is a jack of all trades, it'll represent most bugs that swim, crawl or case up,...

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Category 3 Hare & Copper UV - Black Tungsten Bead Nymph

Category 3 Fly Company

$4.20 - $4.20

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This is the Black tungsten beaded variation of the classic New Zealand Hare & Copper. Hares fur blended with a small amount of UV flash. Tied ...

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Category 3 Hare & Copper - Red Tungsten Bead Nymph

Category 3 Fly Company

$4.20 - $4.20

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This is the Red tungsten beaded variation of the classic New Zealand Hare & Copper. Hares fur blended with a small amount of copper flash. Ti...

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Fulling Mill OE Double Bead Beatis

Fulling Mill

$4.20 - $4.20

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Beatis are back! Then again they never really went anywhere... An ultra-slim profile, super lifelike tail and leg arrangement, this fly is a clear/...

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Fulling Mill Buzzer Tungsten Nugget Olive Barbless

Fulling Mill

$4.20 - $4.20

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A very effective lake pattern designed to imitate the natural chironomid. Fished under an indicator or slow retrieved at different depths, this i...

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Fulling Mill Barbless Peeping Caddis - Jig Nymph

Fulling Mill

$4.20 - $4.20

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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...

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Category 3 York - Gold Tungsten Bead Nymph

Category 3 Fly Company

$4.20 - $4.20

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Another Pheasant tail variant with ice blue dubbing in the thorax This is the gold tungsten bead version. A firm favourite with trout worldwide. T...

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Category 3 York - Black Tungsten Bead Nymph

Category 3 Fly Company

$4.20 - $4.20

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Another Pheasant tail variant with ice blue dubbing in the thorax This is the black tungsten bead version.A firm favourite with trout worldwide....

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Category 3 Prince of UV - Black Tungsten Bead Nymph

Category 3 Fly Company

$4.20 - $4.20

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Most of us are familiar with the power of the Prince nymphs. This is a purple bodied variant with a high Ultra violet content Works exceptionally...

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Category 3 Pole Position - Red Tungsten Bead Nymph

Category 3 Fly Company

$4.20 - $4.20

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For some unknown reason brown trout in particular seem to love this fly. It also works particularly well in really slow water when fish have a long...

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Category 3 Magic May - Black Tungsten Bead Nymph

Category 3 Fly Company

$4.20 - $4.20

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Small dark mayflies are abundant in New Zealand and this generic imitation does its job. Tied on a Tiemco 2457 super strong curved nymph hook wi...

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Category 3 Hoover - Gold Tungsten Bead Nymph

Category 3 Fly Company

$4.20 - $4.20

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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...

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Category 3 Hoover - Copper Tungsten Bead Nymph

Category 3 Fly Company

$4.20 - $4.20

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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...

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Category 3 Hoover - Black Tungsten Bead Nymph

Category 3 Fly Company

$4.20 - $4.20

$4.20

$4.20 - $4.20

$4.20

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...

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Category 3 Hare & Copper - Gold Tungsten Bead Nymph

Category 3 Fly Company

$4.20 - $4.20

$4.20

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$4.20

This is the gold tungsten beaded variation of the classic New Zealand Hare & Copper. Hares fur blended with a small amount of copper flash. ...

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Category 3 Hare & Copper - Black Tungsten Bead Nymph

Category 3 Fly Company

$4.20 - $4.20

$4.20

$4.20 - $4.20

$4.20

This is the black tungsten beaded variation of the classic New Zealand Hare & Copper. Hares fur blended with a small amount of copper flash....

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Category 3 Flashback Pheasant Tail UV - Black Tungsten Bead Nymph

Category 3 Fly Company

$4.20 - $4.20

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You can never have enough Pheasant Tail variants. This one has an Ultra Violet flashback with an epoxy coating. For some reason, at times trout lov...

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Category 3 Flashback Pheasant Tail - Black Tungsten Bead Nymph

Category 3 Red Flashback Pheasant Tail - Black Tungsten Bead Nymph

Category 3 Fly Company

$4.20 - $4.20

$4.20

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You cant have enough Pheasant Tail variants. This one has a Red flashback with an epoxy coating. For some reason trout love flies with a bit of red...

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