On such days, these are the nymph patterns that I like to have in my fly box. Hare’s Ear In fast water, slow water, or still water, hatch or no hatch, a Hare’s Ear is a good option.

It’s not that I dislike nymph fishing, but there’s something truly special about watching a trout rise to your fly. There are, however, times when fishing dry flies simply isn’t practical.

Fine lines are the order of the day as the lakes are gin clear.Top patterns include; Black Buzzer, Cats Whisker, Mayfly, Damsel Nymph, Hare’s Ear and Diawl Bach. HURY RESERVOIR (01833) 641 121 ...

Since nymph fishing is more difficult, many anglers try it a few times, but are not successful so they conclude they don't like it. This is unfortunate because they are missing a lot of fun, and a ...

Sharpley Springs/water (0191 5818045): Despite the cold, the fish have been feeding quite close to the surface for a good many hours of the day, with bloodworm, black buzzer and nymph patterns all ...