A modern take on the legendary Gold-Ribbed Hare’s Ear, the Troutline Tactical Olive Hare’s Ear Nymph is adapted specifically for ultra-clear rivers and selective fish. Tied with natural olive dubbing and a thorax blend of CDC and synthetic peacock green fibers, this pattern offers the perfect balance of realism, movement, and subtle flash.
The olive tone excels in clear, shallow or medium-depth waters, while the CDC thorax adds lifelike pulsation that triggers even the most cautious trout and grayling. Weighted with a tungsten bead and tied on a jig hook, the fly sinks quickly and rides upside-down, reducing bottom snags and improving strike detection—ideal for Euro nymphing and modern tight-line techniques.
Key Features:
Inspired by the Gold-Ribbed Hare’s Ear, adapted in olive for clear-water effectiveness
CDC and synthetic peacock green thorax for subtle flash and enhanced attraction
Tied on premium jig hooks to minimize snags and maximize hook-up rate
Ideal for Euro nymphing, Czech, and French nymphing styles
Proven results in fast-flowing and gin-clear streams
Technical Details:
Size #14 with 3.5mm tungsten bead
Size #16 with 3.0mm tungsten bead
Hand-tied with premium materials on high-quality barbless hooks
Whether you’re targeting picky trout in alpine rivers or stalking grayling in spring creeks, this olive variation of the Hare’s Ear delivers consistent results when visibility and subtle presentation matter most.
