Chouinard's Pheasant Tail Flymph
Cheech - August 2025
The Pheasant Tail Flymph isa versatile trout fly pattern that works as both a soft hackle and a nymph. This classic pattern, inspired by Yvon Chouinard of Patagonia and his book Pheasant Tail Simplicity, is one of the best searching flies you can keep in your box.
The Pheasant Tail Flymph is especially effective during the summer Caddis hatch, but it also produces fish year-round on rivers and streams.
✅ Great searching pattern
✅ Deadly during the Caddis hatch
✅ Simple, proven, and effective for trout
If you’re looking for a time-tested trout fly that just works, the Pheasant Tail Flymph is a must-tie.
Material List
- Hook: Fulling Mill 5095 - Competition Heavyweight Black Nickel - Barbless - 12
- Hook Alternate: Fulling Mill 5095 - Competition Heavyweight Black Nickel - Barbless - 14
- Thread: Semperfli Classic Waxed Thread - 12/0 Bulk Spool - Violet
- Thread Alternate: UTC Ultrathread 70 Denier - Wine
- Tail/Body: Ringneck Pheasant Tail - Natural
- Tail/Body Alterante: Nature's Spirit Ringneck Pheasant Center Tails - Natural
- Wire: UTC Ultra Wire - Brassie Size - Copper
- Wire Alternate: Semperfli Tying Wire - 0.2 - Copper
- Thorax: Strung Peacock Herl - Small Pack
- Thorax Alternate: Wapsi Bulk Strung Peacock Herl 1/8 oz.
- Collar: Hareline #1 Hungarian Partridge Skin Natural
- Collar Alternate: Nature's Spirit Select Partridge Skin, Natural
- Head Cement: TroutHunter Superior Water Based Head Cement
Materials & Alternate Materials Listed Below
