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Reminder:
This is a starting point only. Local fish size, fly weight, snags, and wind all matter.
Fly size
#18–#22 (tiny dries / midges)
#14–#16 (small dries / emergers)
#10–#12 (nymphs, attractors)
#6–#8 (streamers)
Water clarity
Clear
Normal
Stained
Wind
Calm
Breezy
Windy
Recommend tippet
Choose options above, then submit.
Tip: If you break off, go thicker (lower X). If fish refuse, improve drift first—then go thinner (higher X).