NymphGold Ribbed Hares Ear
The Gold Ribbed Hares Ear is a classic nymph pattern that imitates a broad range of aquatic insects. Its dull color and rough texture give it a natural, buggy appearance that is irresistible to fish.
Year Round
Beginner
Trout
Overview
A foundational nymph tied with natural hare's mask dubbing, gold wire ribbing, and optional guard hairs teased out for legs. Often weighted with a bead or lead wraps. The buggy profile imitates a wide range of nymphs, making it one of the most versatile flies in the box.
Pattern Characteristics
Materials
Hook: 3X-long nymph hook (here, a Dai-Riki 285), sizes 12-20.
Bead: 7/64-inch, gold.
Weight: .015 lead-free round wire.
Thread: 6/0, olive.
Rib: Ultra Wire, brassie size, gold.
Tail and wingcase: 10-12 pheasant-tail fibers.
Abdomen and thorax: Hair's mask and rabbit-fur dubbing, mixed.
Fishing Tips
Season
The Gold Ribbed Hares Ear can be used year-round, as it imitates a broad range of aquatic insects that are present in all seasons.
Presentation
The Gold Ribbed Hares Ear can be fished in a variety of ways, including dead drift, swing, or twitch. Its natural, buggy appearance makes it an effective pattern in a variety of presentations.
When to Use
Use the Gold Ribbed Hares Ear when trout are feeding subsurface on nymphs or larvae.
Water Type
The Gold Ribbed Hares Ear is effective in both stillwater and moving water, making it a versatile pattern for a variety of fishing situations.
Rigging Suggestions
The Gold Ribbed Hares Ear can be used as a standalone nymph, or it can be paired with a dry fly in a dry-dropper rig.
Visibility & Floatation
The Gold Ribbed Hares Ear is designed to sink, imitating nymphs and larvae that live beneath the surface of the water. Its natural, dull color blends in with the surroundings, making it an irresistible target for trout.
