{"product_id":"black-hopper","title":"Black Hopper Wet Fly","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Black Hopper Wet Fly is a traditional subsurface pattern designed to imitate a variety of dark aquatic insects. With its slim body, soft hackle and understated profile, it represents emerging nymphs, drowned terrestrials and small wet flies that trout and grayling regularly encounter in rivers and stillwaters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe black colouring creates a strong silhouette beneath the surface, making it particularly effective in clear flows, overcast conditions or slightly coloured water. Its soft hackle fibres move naturally in the current, producing subtle lifelike motion even during a slow drift. This makes the pattern a reliable choice when fish are feeding just below the surface or mid-water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVersatile and easy to present, the Black Hopper Wet Fly works well throughout the season and is especially productive during periods of insect activity when trout are intercepting ascending or drifting prey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note all of our fishing flies are barbless unless otherwise stated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack Hopper Wet Fly Specification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLink - Hoppers \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeg - Black\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRib - Pearl Mylar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody - Black Fur\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHackle - Cock Black\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHead - Black Silk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHook - Barbless, Mustad of Norway\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTarget Species - Trout \u0026amp; Grayling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose the Black Hopper Wet Fly?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrong Underwater Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe dark body provides clear definition in varying light conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural Movement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoft hackle fibres pulse and move in the current, enhancing realism.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulti-Purpose Pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for imitating a range of subsurface insects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow To Fish the Black Hopper Wet Fly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eTraditional Upstream Drift\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCast upstream and allow the fly to drift naturally just below the surface. Keep light contact to detect subtle takes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDownstream Swing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePresent the fly across and slightly downstream, allowing it to swing under tension. Takes often occur as the fly lifts at the end of the drift.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTeam of Flies Setup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFish it as part of a multi-fly cast with other wets or nymphs. It can be positioned on the dropper to cover mid-water feeding zones effectively.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA dependable and adaptable wet fly, the Black Hopper remains a valuable pattern for anglers targeting trout and grayling in a wide range of fishing situations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Match The Hatch","offers":[{"title":"Size 10","offer_id":56445484302660,"sku":"N25010","price":0.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Size 12","offer_id":56445484335428,"sku":"N25012","price":0.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5131\/7572\/files\/Black_Hopper_Wet_Fly.jpg?v=1773947136","url":"https:\/\/matchthehatch.co.uk\/products\/black-hopper","provider":"Match The Hatch","version":"1.0","type":"link"}