{"product_id":"sci-flies-trout-rhodes-river","title":"SCI FLIES TROUT RHODES RIVER","description":"\u003ch1\u003eSCI FLIES TROUT RHODES RIVER\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSCI FLIES Trout Rhodes River Fly Pack\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003cstrong\u003eScientificFly\u003c\/strong\u003e is a carefully selected collection of high-performance flies designed for targeting \u003cstrong\u003ewild trout in the clear-running streams of Rhodes and the Barkly East region of the Eastern Cape, South Africa\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pack combines proven \u003cstrong\u003edry flies, terrestrials, and brass-beaded nymphs\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing a versatile selection for technical river fishing and classic \u003cstrong\u003edry-dropper presentations\u003c\/strong\u003e. Tied on premium \u003cstrong\u003eGrip Hooks\u003c\/strong\u003e, these patterns are designed to cover a range of common trout food sources and changing river conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFly Pack Breakdown\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1. Hare's Ear Parachute – Natural\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry Fly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA versatile general-purpose mayfly imitation with a highly visible parachute profile. The natural colour provides a realistic presentation, while the parachute design offers reliable flotation and improved visibility when fishing broken or faster-moving water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2. Elk Hair Caddis – Cream\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry Fly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA proven high-floating caddis imitation that can also suggest small stoneflies and other adult insects. The \u003cstrong\u003ecream colour\u003c\/strong\u003e is particularly effective when lighter-coloured caddis are present, while the buoyant construction makes it an excellent choice for surface presentations and dry-dropper rigs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e3. Foam Wing Hopper – Yellow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Terrestrial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA highly buoyant grasshopper imitation designed for \u003cstrong\u003elate-summer terrestrial fishing\u003c\/strong\u003e. The yellow profile provides good visibility, while the foam construction helps the fly remain afloat and makes it well suited to supporting a weighted nymph as a dropper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e4. Black Gnat – Black\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry Fly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA small, subtle surface pattern for situations where trout are feeding selectively on \u003cstrong\u003etiny gnats, midges, or spent insects\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its dark profile provides a natural presentation during focused surface feeding and low-profile hatch situations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e5. Prince Nymph (BB) – Natural\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nymph\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA classic attractor nymph combining a natural profile with additional flash to draw attention. The \u003cstrong\u003eBrass Bead (BB)\u003c\/strong\u003e adds weight, helping the fly penetrate the current and reach deeper feeding trout in pockets, runs, and pools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e6. 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