The Red Tag Dry Hackled Trout Fly is a classic choice for anglers, renowned for its effectiveness in attracting trout. Originating in the 1850s, this fly was initially designed by Martyn Flynn in Worcestershire, England, to target grayling but quickly gained popularity for trout fishing.
Key features include its vibrant red wool tail, which mimics the appearance of a bloodworm, and a peacock herl body that adds iridescence, making it irresistible to fish. The dry hackle design ensures it sits perfectly on the water's surface, imitating natural insects.
This fly's proven track record and simple yet effective design make it a staple in any angler's fly box, especially in UK waters..
Red Tag Dry Hackled Trout Fishing Fly
- Fishing Techniques.
The Red Tag Dry Hackled Trout Fishing Fly is most effective when presented delicately on the water's surface, mimicking natural insects. Cast upstream and allow the fly to drift naturally with the current, ensuring minimal drag by mending the line. This technique is particularly effective in clear, slow-moving waters where trout are feeding on the surface.
For retrieves, use a gentle twitching motion to simulate a struggling insect, enticing strikes from curious trout. Employing a light tippet enhances presentation, and targeting areas near overhanging vegetation or submerged structures can increase success rates.
Key Seasons - when is this
Dry Hackled Trout Fly
most effective?
The Red Tag Dry Hackled Trout Fishing Fly is most effective during the spring and early summer months, particularly from April to June. During this period, the fly mimics emerging insects, aligning with key hatch periods such as mayflies and caddisflies. These hatches are abundant in warmer weather, making the fly highly attractive to trout.
Ideal conditions include overcast days with a slight breeze, which can enhance the fly's visibility and movement on the water surface. As autumn approaches, the fly remains effective, especially during late afternoon hatches, providing excellent opportunities for catching trout.
How does the Turrall Red Tag Dry Hackled Trout Fly imitate a key stage in a fish's diet?
The Red Tag Dry Hackled Trout Fishing Fly is designed to mimic the adult stage of a caddisfly, a crucial part of a trout's diet. As caddisflies emerge from the water, they become vulnerable, skimming the surface to dry their wings before taking flight. This fly imitates the fluttering movement and silhouette of the caddisfly during this emergence stage, making it irresistible to trout. Fish target these insects because they are abundant, easy to catch, and provide a high-energy meal, especially during the warmer months when caddisfly hatches are prolific.
Red Tag Dry Hackled Trout Fly expertly tied
by Turrall for maximum performance.
The Turrall Red Tag Dry Hackled Trout Fly is expertly crafted for maximum performance, using only high-quality materials to ensure durability and effectiveness. Each fly is tied with precision, featuring a vibrant red tag that attracts trout with its striking contrast. The hackle is meticulously selected to provide a realistic profile, mimicking natural insect movement on the water's surface. This attention to detail ensures the fly's effectiveness in various fishing conditions, making it a must-have for anglers seeking success. Trust Turrall's expertise for a fly that delivers exceptional results every time.
Turrall Red Tag Dry Hackled Trout Fly DH19
- Turrall Premium Award-Winning Flies – The Best in Fly Fishing
England is the birthplace of fly fishing, and Turrall & Co. Ltd. is proud to be its longest-established company of professional fly dressers, crafting premium flies since the mid-nineteenth century. Over the years, Turrall has earned prestigious recognition from The Sunday Times, Country Living Magazine, and EFTTEX – the leading European Fishing Tackle Trade Association.
Every Turrall fly is the result of traditional craftsmanship fused with modern innovation, delivering consistent, high-performance results on the water. Turrall use only the finest materials, starting with high carbon steel hooks—needle-ground, surgically sharp, and double-coated for durability. Matched with world-class feathers and furs, including
Metz Genetic Hackles where appropriate, these hand-tied patterns are trusted by fly anglers worldwide.
