Dry FliesHackle Stacker Hendrickson
The Hackle Stacker Hendrickson is a dry fly pattern that's known for its high visibility and buoyancy. It effectively imitates the adult stage of a Hendrickson mayfly, making it a popular choice during a Hendrickson hatch.
Spring
Advanced
Trout
Overview
This elegant dry fly variation uses a stacked hackle technique over a dubbed thorax and upright wing, allowing the hackle to splay out horizontally for a lifelike footprint. Tied in pinkish or reddish hues to match the Hendrickson hatch, it floats well in moderate current.
Pattern Characteristics
Materials
Hook: Standard dry-fly hook (here, a Mustad 94840), sizes 12-20.
Thread: 6/0 or 140 Denier, olive.
Tail: Hackle fibers, medium dun.
Body: Spirit River UV2 Fine and Dry dubbing, Hendrickson pink.
Wing: Undersize medium dun hackle.
Thorax: Spirit River UV2 Fine and Dry dubbing, Hendrickson pink.
Fishing Tips
Season
The Hackle Stacker Hendrickson is most effective in the Spring during a Hendrickson hatch.
Presentation
Cast upstream and let the fly drift naturally over the feeding lane.
When to Use
Use during a Hendrickson hatch when trout are feeding on the surface.
Water Type
This pattern is best suited for Moving Water.
Rigging Suggestions
Fish it alone or in tandem with an emerger or nymph pattern.
Visibility & Floatation
The Hackle Stacker design adds buoyancy and visibility making it easy to spot even in rough water.
