{"product_id":"hendrickson-tungsten-trout-jig","title":"Hendrickson Tungsten Trout Jig | Barbless Mayfly Nymph","description":"\u003ch1 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHendrickson Tungsten Bead Head Trout Jig – Barbless Mayfly Nymph\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA hatch-specific tungsten trout jig designed to imitate Hendrickson mayfly nymphs. A great choice when Hendricksons are active and trout are feeding on these important spring mayflies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Hendrickson hatch is one of the most anticipated events of the spring trout season. When Hendrickson mayflies are active, having a realistic nymph imitation is an important part of your fly selection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapt. Ken’s Hendrickson Tungsten Trout Jig is designed to represent the mayfly nymph before it emerges. The tungsten bead helps the fly sink quickly, while natural materials and a spiky thorax create a buggy profile that suggests the movement of a natural insect.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHendrickson mayflies (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEphemerella subvaria\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) are an important spring hatch on many Eastern trout streams, including the Upper Delaware system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur tungsten bead head trout jigs are tied in color combinations selected to represent major aquatic insect groups, including mayflies, caddisflies, and stoneflies, along with attractor styles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Fish the Hendrickson?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen trout are feeding on Hendrickson nymphs, matching this important spring mayfly can make a difference. Fishing the nymph before and during the hatch allows you to target trout feeding below the surface before adult mayflies become the focus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe tungsten bead helps get the fly into the feeding zone, while the natural materials provide a lifelike, textured appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen to Fish It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFish this pattern in the days leading up to the Hendrickson hatch and while the hatch is underway. Nymphs are available to trout before the adults appear, so don't wait until you see duns on the water to fish this pattern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Fish It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFish the Hendrickson jig through riffles, runs, and deeper pools where trout hold and feed. Use tight-line or Euro nymphing techniques to maintain contact with the fly, or fish it under an indicator for a controlled drift.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePay particular attention to seams and softer water adjacent to faster currents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapt. Ken’s Guide Tips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFish ahead of the hatch:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Trout feed on Hendrickson nymphs before the adult hatch begins. Start fishing the pattern before you see mayflies on the surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFocus on the feeding lanes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Work riffles, runs, and current seams where nymphs drift toward trout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGet the depth right:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The tungsten bead helps the fly sink, but adjust your rigging to keep it near the bottom without constantly snagging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep fishing during the hatch:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Trout don't always feed exclusively on adults. A well-presented nymph can continue to produce when the hatch is underway.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatch the conditions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Adjust your presentation and depth as water levels and current speeds change.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePattern:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hendrickson Mayfly Nymph\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEphemerella subvaria\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBead:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tungsten\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHook:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Barbless jig hook\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSizes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e #14, #16, and #18\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Natural furs with a spiky, buggy thorax\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePurchase Options:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sold individually, in 3-packs, and half-dozens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBe prepared for one of the classic spring mayfly hatches with Capt. 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