July on the river is often about finesse rather than force. Lower, clearer water and bright conditions mean trout can be highly selective, feeding confidently but cautiously on small flies and terrestrials. Presentation matters more than ever, and having the right patterns to match these subtle feeding spells is key.
The July River Hatch Pack reflects those conditions. It focuses on smaller dries and terrestrials, with one ultra-reliable micro nymph for times when fish won’t quite break the surface. As always, the flies are tied on premium hooks and supplied in a clip-lid compartment fly box, ready for careful summer fishing.
What’s inside and why it’s there
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Black Midge Barbless (Size 18)
A critical pattern in midsummer. Ideal when trout are sipping tiny naturals in flat, clear water. Fish it on fine tippet with a drag-free drift.
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Parachute Yellow May
A highly visible dry that excels during summer activity when yellow mays are hatching. The parachute post makes it easy to track even in glare, while the profile remains delicate.
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Cinnamon Sedge Barbless (Size 14)
An excellent evening fly when sedges are active. Works well skated or allowed to drift naturally through slower seams and margins.
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Black Ant Barbless (Size 16)
One of the most reliable summer terrestrials. Particularly effective after warm days when ants are blown onto the water and trout patrol the edges.
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Blue Winged Olive CDC (Size 16)
A subtle, low-riding pattern for selective fish. The CDC keeps it sitting naturally in the film, ideal for calm glides and cautious risers.
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Micro Hare’s Ear (Size 20)
A superb option when fish are feeding just subsurface. Fish it singly or as a tiny dropper under a dry when trout refuse surface flies but are clearly active.
Who this pack is for
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River anglers fishing July and low summer flows
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Those targeting selective trout in clear water
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Anglers who enjoy technical dry-fly fishing and fine presentation
A thoughtful July selection designed for the realities of summer rivers – subtle feeding, small flies, and moments where precision makes all the difference.
