Euro NymphsHare Bomb Euro Nymph
A heavily weighted euro nymph designed by Cheech that combines the classic hare's ear profile with modern competition techniques. The jig-back tungsten bead provides quick sink rates while the dubbed hare's ear body creates a buggy, natural silhouette. An excellent searching pattern for tight-line nymphing in faster currents.
Year Round
Beginner
Trout
Overview
Developed by Cheech in 2021 as a modern take on the classic hare's ear nymph, optimized for European nymphing techniques. The heavy 4.0mm jig-back bead ensures the fly gets down quickly in fast water while the jig hook rides point-up to reduce snags. The fluorescent thread collar provides a subtle hot spot that can trigger strikes. Material substitutions include any natural hare's ear dubbing and standard coq de leon fibers.
Pattern Characteristics
Materials
Hook: Fulling Mill 5045 Jig Force Barbless Hook, #14
Thread: Semperfli Classic Waxed Thread, 12/0, Fluorescent Red
Bead: Fulling Mill Tungsten Jig Back, 4.0mm, Silver
Wire: Semperfli Tying Wire, 0.1, Copper
Tail: Whiting Coq De Leon Euro Nymph Tailing Pack, Dark Pardo
Body: Hareline Dubbin, Hare's Ear
Thorax: Hareline Dubbin, Dark Hare's Ear
Fishing Tips
Season
Effective year-round in moving water, particularly productive during spring mayfly emergences from March through May and fall Baetis hatches in September and October. Works well in winter when trout are feeding deep on dislodged nymphs.
Presentation
Use tight-line or euro nymphing techniques with minimal or no indicator. Cast upstream and maintain direct contact with the fly throughout the drift. The heavy bead allows for quick depth changes by adjusting leader angle. Keep the rod tip high and follow the drift downstream.
When to Use
Best during active feeding periods when trout are holding in faster currents and feeding lanes. Excellent searching pattern when no visible hatch is occurring. The buggy profile works well in off-color water or during high-flow conditions when trout need a larger, more visible meal.
Water Type
Designed specifically for moving water including pocket water, riffles, runs, and faster pool heads. Most effective in depths of 2-5 feet where the quick sink rate reaches feeding zones rapidly. Works well in freestone streams and tailwaters with moderate to fast currents.
Rigging Suggestions
Use a 9-12 foot leader with 4X or 5X tippet for euro nymphing. Fish as the point fly in a two-fly rig with a lighter pattern 18-24 inches above. Add a sighter section 3-4 feet from the flies for better strike detection. Minimal or no additional weight needed due to heavy bead.
Visibility & Floatation
The 4.0mm tungsten bead provides an aggressive sink rate, reaching depths of 3-4 feet quickly in moderate current. The silver bead and fluorescent thread collar offer visibility to fish without being overly flashy. The jig hook design keeps the point riding up, reducing bottom snags while maintaining a natural drift orientation.
