Fly Willy 0 Report post Posted January 19, 2012 Ok so I was wondering, what do you guys use? Gold Ribbed Hares Ear, Birds Nest, Guides GRHE, Soft Hackles, March Brown Nymphs...... They all look similar, I have been trying out a few with no significantly different results. What have you decided on, why do you think it works for you? If you could, let us know where you live. There is probably regional preferences. Thanks Billy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldriverman 0 Report post Posted January 19, 2012 Ok so I was wondering, what do you guys use? Gold Ribbed Hares Ear, Birds Nest, Guides GRHE, Soft Hackles, March Brown Nymphs...... They all look similar, I have been trying out a few with no significantly different results. What have you decided on, why do you think it works for you? If you could, let us know where you live. There is probably regional preferences. Thanks Billy I like a lighter colored version of the hare's ear--sort of a tan/brown/yellow mix. I also like a black & white version because I think the color contrast is extremely visible. I live in Colorado, but I'v seen naturals in all kinds of colors. However, I think nothing beats a good presentation! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldtrout58 0 Report post Posted January 19, 2012 I'm pretty much in agreement with Ralph. http://flyline.com/fly_patterns/nymphs/birds_nest/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SUPER FLY 0 Report post Posted January 23, 2012 I prefer the gold ribbed hares ear...maybe a small flashback thrown in. I have only tried the hares ear...march brown...march brown spider...and soft hackle. Imo...i like it best for its natural look and presentation. I live in long island NY, and rght now have really only been fishing that with great success. Good luck...tight lines! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mickalo 0 Report post Posted January 23, 2012 I don't fish for trout in my area, no trout streams but I've have great success with the Hares Ear, Possie bugger and Birds nest fishing for our local panfish & smallies. I recently found found a pattern called the "Double Standard" which looks like another great pattern to try out. I guess it really comes down to personal preference and most important ... what the fish like I've seen so many variations of the HE & PT nymphs which tells me these are just good all around patterns to have in the box. Mike Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
H.Champagne 0 Report post Posted January 23, 2012 ......hare's ear WITH soft hackle! muhahaha, just kidding. Yea i throw some wispy soft hackle or CDC on my hare's ear and it makes it extra buggy and i feel like it works really well. read about it in a john gierach book and decided to try it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Crotalus 0 Report post Posted January 24, 2012 I like the hare's ear and also tie up some of Whitlock's Red Fox Squirrel nymphs. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
planettrout 0 Report post Posted January 24, 2012 The BIRD'S NEST pattern is somewhat different than the Hare;s ear, GHRE, or March Brown...a variation, developed for the Eastern Sierras, called the Assassin has become very effective on waters I regularly visit - see below and scroll down: http://www.sierradrifters.com/fish.htm The recipe for the Assassin may be located HERE: http://stevenojai.tripod.com/birdnest.htm PT/TB Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gig 0 Report post Posted January 29, 2012 My variant of a GRHE. I tie them in size #14 and #16 and they work for me Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
feathers5 0 Report post Posted January 29, 2012 Nice and buggy, just the way I like 'em. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chase Creek 0 Report post Posted January 30, 2012 For nymphs I like the GRHE, and for dry's a Hare's Ear Parachute. Also use a lot of Hare's Ear Soft Hackles. Can't beat Hare's Ear for bugginess. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites