{"product_id":"hares-ear-orange-tail","title":"Hare’s Ear Orange Tail Nymph","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Hare’s Ear Orange Tail Nymph is a refined variation of the classic Hare’s Ear pattern, combining natural materials with a subtle trigger feature. Retaining the proven buggy profile that imitates a wide range of aquatic insects, this version incorporates a bright orange tail to introduce contrast and encourage confident takes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe textured hare dubbing produces natural movement during the drift, while the orange tail can imitate an emerging insect or vulnerable prey item.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike heavy tungsten bead patterns, this nymph has a more moderate sink rate, giving anglers greater control in shallow water, slower glides and lighter flows. It is particularly effective when fish are feeding mid-column or when a softer presentation is required in clear conditions.\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\u003eHare’s Ear Orange Tail Nymph Specification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTail - Hare’s Ear Orange\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody - Hare’s Ear \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHackle - Hen Brown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRib - Gold Line\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThorax - Hare’s Ear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWing Case - Half Mallard\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\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose the Hare’s Ear Orange Tail Nymph?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural Trigger\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombines a realistic hare’s ear body with a bright tail hotspot to stimulate takes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eControlled Sink Rate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for shallower rivers and steady currents where a lighter presentation is more effective.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVersatile Imitation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRepresents a broad range of subsurface insects, making it suitable throughout the season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHare’s Ear Orange Tail Nymph Presentation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eUpstream Natural Drift\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCast upstream and allow the nymph to travel close to the riverbed under light tension. Watch for small hesitations in the leader, as takes are often delicate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight Tight-Line or Czech Style\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFish at close range in moderate currents, keeping direct contact throughout the drift while allowing the fly to move naturally with the flow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKlink \u0026amp; Dink Method\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuspend the Hare’s Ear Orange Tail beneath a buoyant dry fly using a classic Klink and Dink setup. The dry fly acts as both indicator and depth control, while the nymph drifts just below the surface film. This approach is particularly effective when trout are feeding just under the surface or switching between emerging insects and subsurface nymphs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStillwater Retrieve\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow the fly to sink before retrieving slowly with a steady figure of eight motion. Gentle lifts and pauses can trigger takes, especially as the orange tail becomes more visible during movement.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Match The Hatch","offers":[{"title":"Size 10","offer_id":56444866527556,"sku":"N06510","price":1.13,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Size 12","offer_id":56444866560324,"sku":"N06512","price":1.13,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Size 14","offer_id":56444866593092,"sku":"N06514","price":1.13,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5131\/7572\/files\/Hare_sEarOrangeTailNymph.jpg?v=1774354417","url":"https:\/\/matchthehatch.co.uk\/products\/hares-ear-orange-tail","provider":"Match The Hatch","version":"1.0","type":"link"}