Parachute Adams- Dry Fly
What is a Parachute Adams Fly?
The Parachute Adams is one of the most popular and versatile dry flies in fly fishing. This pattern features a distinctive horizontal parachute hackle that creates excellent visibility and a realistic silhouette on the water surface, imitating various mayflies and small insects.
Why is the Parachute Adams So Effective?
The Parachute Adams works because it imitates multiple insect species at once, making it a perfect searching pattern when you're not sure what trout are feeding on. Its low-riding profile sits naturally in the water, and the white parachute post makes it easy to see in all light conditions.
When to Use Parachute Adams Flies
This fly works year-round but is especially productive during mayfly hatches from spring through fall. Use it as a searching pattern when no specific hatch is occurring, or match it to gray or brown mayflies. It's effective from dawn to dusk in all seasons.
Where to Fish Parachute Adams
Fish this pattern in riffles, runs, pools, and along banks in rivers and streams. It works in both fast and slow water, making it ideal for freestone rivers, spring creeks, tailwaters, and mountain streams. Size 7 is perfect for larger water and bigger trout.
How to Fish a Parachute Adams
Cast upstream and allow a natural drag-free drift. The white parachute post makes it easy to track on the water. Fish it in likely holding areas like seams, behind rocks, along banks, and in feeding lanes where trout rise.
What Fish Bite on Parachute Adams?
All trout species (rainbow, brown, brook, cutthroat) readily take this pattern, along with grayling, whitefish, and panfish. It's a proven pattern for both stocked and wild trout in all types of water.
Key Features
- Highly visible white parachute post
- Low-riding realistic profile
- Versatile searching pattern
- Size 7 - ideal for larger water
- Imitates multiple insect species
- Works in fast and slow water
- Durable construction
- Hand-tied with premium materials
- Made in USA
