{"product_id":"pheasant-tail-soft-hackle-wet-fly","title":"Pheasant Tail Soft Hackle Fly – Wet Fly for Trout","description":"\u003ch1 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePheasant Tail Soft Hackle Fly – Traditional Soft Hackle Wet Fly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA classic Pheasant Tail soft hackle that combines the natural appearance of a proven mayfly nymph with the movement of a soft, flowing hackle.\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 Pheasant Tail Soft Hackle is a versatile wet fly that brings together two highly effective trout-fishing designs. The familiar Pheasant Tail profile suggests a variety of mayfly nymphs, while the soft hackle adds lifelike movement as the fly travels through the water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoft hackle flies are especially effective when aquatic insects are emerging and trout are feeding just below the surface. The flowing hackle creates a subtle, natural impression that can trigger strikes from trout feeding on emerging insects or drifting food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a dependable pattern for rivers and streams throughout the season and a useful addition to any wet-fly selection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Fish It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombines the proven Pheasant Tail profile with the movement of a soft hackle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuggests emerging mayflies and other aquatic insects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEffective when trout are feeding below the surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA versatile wet fly for a variety of river and stream conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Fish It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFish it as a traditional wet fly by allowing it to drift naturally through the current, swing it across a run, or use it as part of a multi-fly wet-fly rig. During an emergence, pay particular attention to the water just below the surface, where trout often feed on ascending insects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapt. Ken’s Guide Tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen trout are rising sporadically but aren't consistently taking dry flies, try a soft hackle. Fish it through the feeding lane and let it swing at the end of the drift. The movement of the hackle can make a subtle presentation especially effective.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\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 Pheasant Tail Soft Hackle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFly Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Soft Hackle Wet Fly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable Sizes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e #12, #14 and #16\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 or in one-dozen (12-fly) selections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd this classic Pheasant Tail Soft Hackle to your fly box for dependable wet-fly fishing throughout the season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Capt. 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