Umpqua Hda Fav Variant

Umpqua Fly Hda Fav Variant (Jigged) is a smart choice when the fish are fussy or the water is unfamiliar. The pearl tinsel back, soft hackle collar and clear hotspot give the fly just enough presence to stand out without looking unnatural. On a dead drift it works well as a searching nymph, and when allowed to swing and lift at the end of the drift it suggests an emerging insect.

Tied on a competition jig hook, it rides hook-point up, which helps avoid snags and fits perfectly into modern euro nymphing setups. Sizes 12 and 14 cover everything from drake hatches down into beatis territory. Fish it on a euro-rig, under an indicator, or as a dropper below a dry fly whenever you want a slim, natural pattern with extra movement from the soft hackle.

• Model: Umpqua Fly Hda Fav Variant (Jigged)
• Hook style: Competition jig hook
• Sizes: 12 and 14
• Body: Pearl tinsel back for subtle flash
• Hackle: Soft hackle collar for lifelike movement
• Hotspot: Visible trigger point for selective fish
• Techniques: Euro nymphing, indicator nymphing, dry-dropper
• Best use: Searching nymph and emerger during mayfly hatches