A simple, deadly soft hackle that shines before, during, and after a hatch. The Partridge & Orange’s glowing orange body and mottled partridge hackle breathe and shimmer on the swing, suggesting emergers, pupae, and drowned adults trout can’t ignore.
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When it excels: Spring through fall around caddis and mayfly activity; riffle tails, seams, and gentle glides; great when fish won’t look up
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Why it works: Translucent orange body offers a subtle hot spot while the soft partridge hackle opens and pulses like real legs and wings
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Pack size: 3 flies
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Targets: Trout (rainbow, brown, brook); bonus takes from panfish in stillwaters
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Ready to fish: Sparse, durable tie with consistent proportions for natural presentations
How to fish it
Cast down-and-across and let it swing slowly through the seam; add a gentle lift at the hang-down to trigger grabs. Dead-drift it as a dropper under a dry or indicator, or fish two soft hackles 18–24" apart to cover different lanes. Use 4–5X in riffles and step down to 5–6X in slicks.
Care
Rinse after use and air-dry before boxing to prevent hook corrosion. Smooth hackle fibers if they matte after a fish.
Satisfaction
30-day returns/exchanges.