A classic mayfly dry for spring Hendrickson hatches. The Red Quill’s slim, mahogany-to-rust body, upright dun wings, and sparse hackle create a crisp mayfly silhouette that fools selective trout in gentle riffles, seams, and glassy tailouts.
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When it excels: Spring Hendrickson periods and similar light-brown mayfly hatches; late morning to evening on clear freestones and tailwaters
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Why it works: Natural, rusty body tone and clean profile match male Hendricksons; rides correctly in the film for convincing dead-drifts
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Pack size: 3 flies
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Targets: Trout (rainbow, brown, brook)
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Ready to fish: Sparse, durable tie with consistent proportions for lifelike drifts
How to fish it
Use a 9–12 ft leader with 5X–6X tippet and make reach casts to feed slack for drag-free drifts; target soft seams and the edges of riffles. If rises slow, switch to an emerger before the hatch or a rusty spinner near dusk.
Care
Rinse after use and air-dry before boxing; refresh floatation with powder/shake desiccant as needed.
Satisfaction
30-day returns/exchanges.