The Umpqua North Fork Special with a purple bead is a subtle yet highly effective twist on Tim Wade's proven nymph pattern. Tied in black with a peacock herl body, soft hackle collar, and a purple bead, this variation adds just the right amount of flash to get noticed without spooking wary fish. In sizes 12 and 14, it's an ideal choice for imitating a wide range of aquatic insects, from small stoneflies to mayfly nymphs. The soft hackle breathes with lifelike movement in the current, while the bead helps get the fly down to feeding depth quickly. This combination of natural profile and strategic color makes it an excellent all-purpose nymph for trout fishing in freestone streams, tailwaters, and stillwaters alike.
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