Parachute Hex – Yellow/Brown
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The Parachute Hex – Yellow/Brown is a high-floating dry fly designed to imitate adult Hexagenia mayflies during one of the most explosive hatches of the season. This parachute-style pattern features a brown segmented body and vibrant yellow deer hair wing post, giving it the perfect silhouette and buoyancy to ride flush on the surface. The contrasting colors not only mimic the natural tones of Hexagenia duns, but also improve visibility in low-light conditions when these big bugs often hatch.
Best used in stillwater lakes, large slow-moving rivers, and spring-fed ponds, this fly excels during late evening and twilight hatches when trout are keyed in on adult hexes. The parachute hackle gives it stability in choppy water, while the natural materials add realism and subtle motion.
Best for:
- Hexagenia hatches (late spring through summer)
- Stillwater lakes and low-gradient rivers
- Dusk and evening dry fly fishing
📌 Pro Tip: Fish this pattern with a long leader and gentle presentation. Focus on the moments just before dark when big trout move into shallow water to crush adult hexes on the surface.
