Spiders (or Soft Hackle flies) are one of the most popular flies in rivers today, and for good reason. They are very easy to fish and a really effective method at the beginning of the trout season.
Usually fished in a team of either 2 or 3, and sometimes even 4. They are a great searching technique, especially in the early season when the rivers can be higher than normal and there are no obvious hatches.
We have put together a great selection of our Artisan Spiders (in both Regular and Tungsten patterns) - in total there are 36 flies - and teamed them up with one of the best slimline fly boxes on the market.
Our newest Silicone Fly Boxes with Magnetic Closure - NEW DESIGN
These lightweight (and slimline) triangular-slit silicone fly boxes are ideal to carry all the flies you want for a day on the water. With their super slimline design (only 15mm deep), they will easily fit into a chest or vest pocket.
It Holds up to 93 flies - ideal for a day on the water
Here are the details:
- Employing a Triangular-Slit Silicone storage system which:
- Holds flies tight - every time
- Does not degrade over time
- Lime Green colour for high contrast against any flies
- Magnetic latch system
- Lightweight & slim poly-carbonate box
- Measures 13cm x 9cm x 1.5cm and holds up to 93 flies
- Interlocking tear-drop slits - ideal for a day on the water
These fly boxes normally retail at £15+, but we have included one in our Artisan Luxury Spider Selection, for only £70 - bought individually, this would be well in excess of £100. These make great gifts, so why not make someone’s day and present them with our Artisan Luxury Spider Selection.
The Flies
Spiders are some of the most productive flies fished in rivers today. Especially popular at the start of the Brown Trout season (March/April here in the UK). They are a fantastic way to search a river, often fished in a team of two or three.
Here at Barbless Flies, we have put together the most popular Artisan Spiders for those early-season fishing trips:
Greenwell's Spider
The Greenwell's spider is a well-known early-season favourite. This selection contains three each of both the regular and tungsten patterns, all are tied on a Hanak H130BL size 14 hook.
Hare's & Partridge Spider
The Hare's & Partridge spider is a well-known early-season favourite, tied with a little flash in the drab body. This selection contains three each of both the regular and tungsten patterns, all are tied on a Hanak H130BL size 14 hook.
Little Black Spider
The Little Black spider is a well-known early-season favourite, especially in this dark colour when fished in clear water. This selection contains three each of both the regular and tungsten patterns, all are tied on a Hanak H130BL size 14 hook.
Partridge & Orange Spider
The Partridge & Orange spider is a well-known early-season favourite and great when used in a team, especially in coloured water. This selection contains three each of both the regular and tungsten patterns, all are tied on a Hanak H130BL size 14 hook.
Snipe & Purple Spider
The Snipe & Purple spider is a well-known early-season favourite, especially on Northern rocky rivers. This selection contains three each of both the regular and tungsten patterns, all are tied on a Hanak H130BL size 14 hook.
Waterhen Bloa Spider
The Waterhen Bloa spider is a well-known early-season favourite - best when the water levels are high and coloured. This selection contains three each of both the regular and tungsten patterns, all are tied on a Hanak H130BL size 14 hook.
In total, there are 36 Artisan Spiders contained within this luxury selection. To purchase our Artisan Luxury Spider Selection, just click on the "Add to Basket" button at the top of this page.