Do you use the same flies for fly fishing in the US as in Europe?
November 7th, 2008 | 
Author: What sort of flies would you use in Europe for fly fishing?
I suppose they would be the same shape and size but maybe different color patterns , because flies and nymphs are different color in different areas.
Posted in 
Tags: 3 Responses to “Do you use the same flies for fly fishing in the US as in Europe?”
Leave a Reply
You must be logged in to post a comment.
November 8th, 2008 3:06 am
I suppose they would be the same shape and size but maybe different color patterns , because flies and nymphs are different color in different areas.
References :
November 8th, 2008 3:44 am
General purpose, suggestive, patterns such as the Adams, Griffith's Gnat and attractor patterns such as Royal Wulff's would probably work there as well as here along with comparable nymph patterns, e.g. Hare's Ear and Pheasant Tail, etc. However there are also patterns that are specific to locales that have developed to match their specific hatches and fishing conditions.
A search of the web would lead you to patterns that are specific to particular countries and locales.
References :
November 8th, 2008 4:25 am
Yes, almost all of the same flies will work in both the US and Europe. There are certain patterns that are more popular in different regions of the world though.
On some waters fish can be finicky though, there are flies that work better on one stream than on another even when they are just a few miles apart depending on the types of hatches on those waters. The best way to find out what works is to ask the locals. The people at the local fly shop are typically willing to help.
I am not sure which direction you are heading over the Atlantic but take your fly box. Just make sure to visit the locals for an idea of what the fish normally go for on the water you plan to fish. That way you will be able to stock up with a few of what the local fish are into.
References :