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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Category 3 Hare & Copper Orange Tungsten Bead

Category 3 Fly Company

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Drop the Bomb Slice through heavy current and get down to those big lake runners with this weapon of mass destruction from Cat-3.

Category 3 Gummers Carpet Caddis - Pink Tungsten Bead Nymph

Category 3 Fly Company

$4.20 - $4.20

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Get up in a trout's gums with a Gummers A Jig hook, CdC, UV hot-spot and the right tungsten bead to fish at the depth you want all add up to one t...

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Category 3 Cheeky Fella Olive - Black Tungsten Bead Nymph

Category 3 Fly Company

$4.20 - $4.20

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$4.20 - $4.20

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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 Nymph

Category 3 Fly Company

$4.20 - $4.20

$4.20

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Get up in a trout's gums with a Gummers A Jig hook, CdC, UV hot-spot and the right tungsten bead to fish at the depth you want all add up to one th...

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Category 3 Habanero - Gold Tungsten Bead Nymph - lavendar

Category 3 Habanero - Gold Tungsten Bead Nymph - Lavender

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$4.20 - $4.20

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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 - Gold Tungsten Bead Nymph - Olive

Category 3 Fly Company

$4.20 - $4.20

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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 - Gold Tungsten Bead Nymph - Tan

Category 3 Fly Company

$4.20 - $4.20

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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 Nymph

Category 3 Fly Company

$4.20 - $4.20

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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 Nymph

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$4.20 - $4.20

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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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Category 3 Flashback Pheasant Tail - Copper Tungsten Bead Nymph

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$4.20 - $4.20

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Originally conceived and tied by Frank Sawyer, an English River Keeper, the Pheasant Tail Nymph is one of the oldest of modern nymphs. A classic pa...

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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

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$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

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$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

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$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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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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