A timeless, do-everything mayfly dry that just plain works. The Adams’ gray/brown body, upright dun wings, and two-tone grizzly/brown hackle create a clean mayfly silhouette that fools selective trout across a wide range of hatches and light conditions.
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When it excels: Spring through fall during mixed mayfly activity; overcast afternoons to evening; gentle riffles, seams, and glassy tailouts
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Why it works: Neutral Adams colorway matches many mayflies; low, balanced footprint rides correctly in the film for convincing, drag-free 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 reliable presentations
How to fish it
Use a 9–12 ft leader with 5X–6X and make reach or slack-line casts to feed the drift along rise rings and soft seams. If fish inspect but refuse, step down tippet or drop one size; switch to an emerger before the hatch peaks, then a rusty spinner near dusk.
Care
Rinse after use and air-dry before boxing. Dress wings/hackle lightly with gel or paste; revive after a dunk or fish with a powder/shake desiccant while keeping the abdomen mostly untreated.
Satisfaction
30-day returns/exchanges.