The Extended Body Hex Parachute Dry Fly is a specialized, modern pattern designed to perfectly imitate the large, mature adult stage of the Hexagenia mayfly (Hexagenia limbata), North America's largest mayfly species. Unlike standard dry flies, this fly features a realistic foam extended body that eliminates the need for a hook shank running the full length of the body, providing a natural profile without spooking wary, large trout. The parachute hackle sits the fly flush in the surface film, exactly where these massive insects float during the legendary, often nocturnal, "Hex hatch."

Product Features

• Realistic Extended Body: The foam extended body provides a lifelike, segmented profile without the bulk of a full hook shank, fooling even the most selective trophy trout.
• Parachute Style: Sits flush in the water's surface film for a realistic presentation of a fully emerged adult ready to fly or laying eggs.
• High Visibility Post: Features a bright white parachute post for excellent visibility, essential for tracking the fly during the low-light conditions of dusk and night fishing.
• Optimal Buoyancy: The foam body ensures maximum floatation, keeping this large fly drift-free in the slickest lake water or slow river pools.
• Durable Construction: Built tough with quality materials to handle aggressive strikes from large fish.
• Trophy Sizing: Available in large sizes #6, #8, and #10, perfectly matching the actual size of the massive natural Hexagenia mayflies.

When to Use the Extended Body Hex Parachute Dry Fly

This fly is purpose-built for the highly anticipated Hexagenia hatch, a time when massive trout abandon their cautious habits to feed voraciously on this significant food source.

• During the Hex Hatch: The ideal fly to use during the peak emergence and egg-laying flights of the Hexagenia mayfly, typically late spring through mid-summer.
• Dusk and Night Fishing: While visible during the day, this pattern is essential for fishing the low-light hours (dusk and dawn) when these hatches are most intense.
• Lakes, Ponds, and Slow Rivers: Hex hatches usually occur in still or slow-moving waters; this fly's natural presentation works perfectly in these environments.
• Targeting Large Fish: Use this fly when you are specifically targeting the largest trout in the system, as they are the main predators during this hatch.