Dry Flies
Adams
The original Adams dry fly is the foundation of American mayfly fishing. Its mixed grizzly and brown hackle, gray body, and grizzly wings present a versatile profile that suggests a wide range of mayflies on any stream. It predates the parachute version by over 50 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size Adams should I use?
The Adams is most commonly tied in sizes 12–20. Choose smaller sizes for clear water and pressured fish, and larger sizes for faster or off-color water.
What does a Adams imitate?
The Adams primarily imitates mayflies, general dry fly attractor.
Pattern Details
- Category
- Dry Flies
- Sizes
- 12–20
- Colors
- Gray
- Imitates
- mayflies, general dry fly attractor
- Water Types
- freestone, tailwater, spring creek
Target Species
rainbow troutbrown troutbrook troutcutthroat trout
Pattern Details
- Category
- Dry Flies
- Sizes
- 12–20
- Colors
- Gray
- Imitates
- mayflies, general dry fly attractor
- Water Types
- freestone, tailwater, spring creek
Target Species
rainbow troutbrown troutbrook troutcutthroat trout