Dry fly

Kite's Imperial

Delicate pale dry

Trout · GraylingSurface

A solid river pattern. Imitates general upwing; light terrestrial; pale adult insect. Does what it says, no fuss. The sort of fly you tie on and get on with the day.

Fish this when

Fish it during early season and summer on river. Use it when the naturals are about and fish are feeding seriously. Have it ready for selective moments.

Why it works

It works because the profile reads as general upwing; light terrestrial; pale adult insect. Straightforward pattern, proven result. Fish it with confidence when other flies don't move them.

Naturals it imitates