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.

NEED HELP CHOOSING FLIES? CONTACT US TODAY

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 Croston's Chenille Worm Red - Barbless (Red)

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$4.20 - $4.20

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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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$4.20 - $4.20

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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 Roza's Violet CDC - Barbless Jig

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$4.20 - $4.20

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An odd colour, and that is exactly the point Violet is not a colour trout see much of on a river bed, and on pressured fish that unfamiliarity is w...

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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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$4.20 - $4.20

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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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Fulling Mill Croston's Chenille Worm Soft Pink - Barbless (Red)

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$4.20 - $4.20

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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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$4.20 - $4.20

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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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$4.20 - $4.20

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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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$4.20 - $4.20

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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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$4.20 - $4.20

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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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Fulling Mill Christopher Bassano's Unweighted Claret Nymph

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$4.95 - $4.95

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Simple yet deadly, the unweighted claret nymph gets the job done even in the toughest of situations. With claret being a go-to colour, this unweigh...

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Fulling Mill Christopher Bassano's Claret Nymph Copper Bead

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$4.95 - $4.95

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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 SR Spanish Bullet French Barbless

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$4.20 - $4.20

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The Spanish Bullet is designed to sink fast in heavy flowing water. When getting your flies down to the bottom is key, reach for the Tungsten beade...

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Fulling Mill Roza's Hackled Olive - Barbless Jig

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A world champion's olive, with hackle to make it breathe Lubos Roza won a world championship at twenty, the youngest ever to do it, and his jig nym...

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Fulling Mill Roza's Red Tag - Barbless Jig

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The older, quieter colour, and it still works Red is the traditional tag colour and a more restrained one than pink, which makes this the version f...

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Fulling Mill Roza's Pink Tag - Barbless Jig

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$4.20 - $4.20

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The trigger goes at the back on this one A tag sits at the tail rather than the head or the thorax, so a fish following the fly sees a dark body wi...

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Fulling Mill White Bead Pheasant Tail - Barbless Jig

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$4.20 - $4.20

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A Pheasant Tail with a Glowing Difference If you don't have a UV torch, buy on, steal one do whatever you have to to just get one. Then shine it on...

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Fulling Mill Roza's Pink Hares Ear - Barbless Jig

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$4.20 - $4.20

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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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$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

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$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 Natural Pheasant Tail - Barbless Jig

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$4.20 - $4.20

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A standout-natural Pheasant tail Jig This is a stellar all-rounder of a jig pattern. Natural with just the slightest hint of flash around the thora...

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Fulling Mill KJ Dirty Water Jig - Barbless

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$4.20 - $4.20

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Get Down, Get Dirty A great Jig fly for dirty water; a little bit of CdC, a touch of flash and all class from Kieron Jenkins.

Fulling Mill Buzzer Tungsten Nugget Olive Barbless

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$4.20 - $4.20

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Weight 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 ...

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Fulling Mill Peeping Caddis - Barbless Jig

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$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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