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Adams Parachute

$1.95

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The Adams Parachute is a classic dry fly pattern that is commonly used by fly fishers to imitate a variety of mayflies and other aquatic insects. It was first created in 1922 by Leonard Halladay, a Michigan fly tyer who named the fly after his friend Charles F. Adams. The Adams Parachute has become one of the most popular and widely used dry flies in the world of fly fishing.

The Adams Parachute is designed to sit high on the water's surface, making it easy for fly fishers to see and track in the water. The fly features a distinctive upright, white calf hair wing, which makes it more visible and easier to cast than traditional winged dry flies. The body of the fly is made from a mix of gray and brown dubbing, which is wrapped around the hook shank to create a segmented appearance. The parachute-style hackle is tied in at the top of the fly, which allows it to sit high on the water's surface and gives it a realistic appearance.

The Adams Parachute is effective for imitating a wide range of mayfly species, including blue-winged olives, pale morning duns, and others. It is particularly effective during hatch periods, when the mayflies are emerging from the water's surface. The fly is typically fished using a floating line and a tapered leader, with a drag-free drift presentation. It can be cast upstream and allowed to drift naturally downstream, or presented using a variety of other techniques, such as the reach cast or the high-stick nymphing technique.

Overall, the Adams Parachute is a versatile and effective dry fly pattern that is a must-have in any fly angler's fly box. It is widely used by fly fishers of all skill levels and can be effective in a variety of fishing situations

Product Code: 2122017

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