Foam Klinks & Parachutes - Get Set Now The Warm Weather Is With Us!

by Richard Fieldhouse

Morning,

As I'm sure you are well aware, it's been a warm one -and forecast to be pretty warm over the next week or so. For this reason, it's best to time your visits to the water appropriately.

When you do venture out, it will increase your success massively if you time it right - either fish very early in the morning (using caddis imitations), or late in the evening - one hour either side of dusk (to catch any evening rise).

The smaller, more imitative, flies are much more successful throughout late July and August, of course, you also need the right approach and a little bit of watercraft to make the most of your time on the water - take a look at the end of this email for some great summer river and stillwater watercraft tips.

Small flies are king throughout late July and August, but you also need the best flies for the conditions - small & imitative - but crucially, ones you can also see.

In this email we are showcasing our Foam Post Klinkhamers & Full Adams Selection:

We've all been there - you're fishing on an evening in low light and you need something which you can see, but more importantly, will still catch! One of the great difficulties in fishing smaller dry flies is the ability to quickly spot where your fly actually is, with both our Foam Post Klinkhamer Selection and Full Adams Selection of flies you will have no problem seeing them (the white posts show up extremely well against virtually any background).

You will not miss a take with either The Foam Post Klinkhamer Selection or The Adams Selection - they save your eyesight!

All of these flies have been chosen for both their blank saving and high visibility.

You will not miss a take with either of these selections

Foam Post Klinkhamer Selection - A selection of 16 flies to save your eyesight! All of these flies have been chosen for both their blank saving and high visibility in all conditions. We've all been there; you're fishing on an evening in low light and you need something which will still catch, but importantly - you need to be able to see it! This selection of 16 barbless Foam Post Klinkhamers is now available for only £20, including free delivery to anywhere within the UK. 

Adams Selection - A selection of 24 barbless Adams Flies, comprising 2 different patterns (in 4 sizes). The Adams fly is one which should be in all river angler fly boxes. This style of fly was originally tied by Leonard Halladay and named after his good friend Charles Adams. This selection of 24 barbless Parachute Adams flies is now available for only £30, including free delivery to anywhere within the UK. 

One of the great difficulties in fishing smaller flies is the ability to quickly spot where your fly actually is, with these selections you will have no problem seeing them (even though they are only small).

(for more detailed images please visit our website by clicking on any images or buttons above)

Go on ... you know you want to!

As always, all of our fly selections are delivered free of charge, anywhere within the UK.

Fishing in the summertime heat can be very challenging. Here are a few tips to help you get the most from your warm weather fly fishing trips

  • Arrive Early - Arriving at the water as early as possible is a great way to avoid high water temperatures. The ideal water temperatures that trout thrive in are anywhere from 45 to 65 degrees Fahrenheit. Temperatures above 65 degrees result in stressed fish. Getting on the water early also increases your chances of having the water to yourself.
  • Look for cover. - During the day fish will always head for cover, this means you will need to fish tight to the banks and under any overhanging vegetation. This is where the "Bow and Arrow" and "Under The Tip" casts come to the fore.
  • Always Have a Plan B - Think about streamers or lures. Should you arrive at the water and it looks devoid of fish, try running a small streamer through any of the deeper pools or drop-offs.
  • Listen For Fast Water - When we become warm we turn on a fan to cool down. When fish sense warmer water temperatures they head for fast-moving currents, the faster more oxygenated water running through their gills effectively cools them down. I always head for water that I can hear running - try it, you will not be disappointed.
  • In Stillwaters, Go Deep - Fish look for cooler waters in the deep when the top waters start to warm up. Use deep-diving nymphs and worm patterns to scour ledges or drop-offs in the lake. Water temperatures can change by as much as 10 degrees for every 10 feet of depth.
  • Finally, Take Care Of Yourself - When you're fishing in hot weather, you need to make sure you stay hydrated. If possible, avoid caffeinated or alcoholic drinks - these can dehydrate you very quickly. Stick to water or a drink with added electrolytes to stay in good shape. If you do fish in the warmest part of the day remember to protect your head and neck from the sun with suncream and use proper fishing clothing that blocks UV rays.

 

Tight lines & stay cool.

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