Bailee’s Gold Pheasant Tail
Bailee’s Gold Pheasant Tail is a proven euro-nymph staple, tied with depth, durability, and natural presentation in mind. The gold tungsten bead provides reliable weight to get the fly down quickly, while the slim pheasant tail profile imitates a wide range of mayfly nymphs common in New Zealand rivers.
Designed to fish effectively as both an anchor or a dropper, this pattern excels in clear water, gliding runs, and technical flows where drift and depth control matter more than flash. Subtle movement from the thorax and tail helps trigger takes without spooking pressured fish.
All flies are tied on barbless hooks for easy hook-ups and fish-friendly releases.
Best suited for:
Euro-nymphing fast to moderate flows
Clear water and technical drifts
Anchor or dropper positions
Year-round use on NZ rivers
Bailee’s Gold Pheasant Tail
Bailee’s Gold Pheasant Tail is a proven euro-nymph staple, tied with depth, durability, and natural presentation in mind. The gold tungsten bead provides reliable weight to get the fly down quickly, while the slim pheasant tail profile imitates a wide range of mayfly nymphs common in New Zealand rivers.
Designed to fish effectively as both an anchor or a dropper, this pattern excels in clear water, gliding runs, and technical flows where drift and depth control matter more than flash. Subtle movement from the thorax and tail helps trigger takes without spooking pressured fish.
All flies are tied on barbless hooks for easy hook-ups and fish-friendly releases.
Best suited for:
Euro-nymphing fast to moderate flows
Clear water and technical drifts
Anchor or dropper positions
Year-round use on NZ rivers
