{"product_id":"mayfly-thomas-yellow","title":"Mayfly Thomas Yellow Dry Fly","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Mayfly Thomas Yellow Dry Fly is a highly visible adult mayfly pattern developed to stand out during intense hatch conditions. Built in a traditional fan wing style, this fly creates a bold upright profile that remains easy to track, even when the surface is busy with natural insects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring heavy mayfly activity, trout often focus on drifting adults, yet subtle flies can disappear among the naturals. This brighter and more defined pattern offers a clear silhouette that fish can locate quickly, making it particularly effective on larger rivers and during peak emergence periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough associated with mayfly season, the strong outline and balanced design also allow it to act as a general large upwinged fly imitation when trout are feeding confidently on the surface.\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\n\u003cspan\u003eMayfly Thomas Yellow Dry Fly \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTail - Cock Pheasant Tail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody - Antron Olive \u0026amp; Cock Olive Palmered\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRib - Silver Line\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHackle - French Partridge\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\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose The Mayfly Thomas Yellow?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh Visibility Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned to remain noticeable in the middle of a hatch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional Fan Wing Style\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreates a strong upright silhouette.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReliable Seasonal Performer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEffective during peak late spring and early summer mayfly activity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHow To Dress The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMayfly Thomas Yellow Dry Fly\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply Floatant To Hackle and Wing Area\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLightly treat the upper materials before casting to ensure proper flotation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep The Body Natural\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid excessive floatant so the fly sits correctly in the surface film.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDry Between Casts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse amadou or desiccant powder to maintain buoyancy throughout the session.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHow To Fish The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMayfly Thomas Yellow Dry Fly\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUpstream Dead Drift\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCast upstream of rising trout and allow a drag free drift through feeding lanes. Precise presentation is essential during heavy hatches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeak Mayfly Activity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFish confidently during late spring afternoons when trout are rising steadily to adult mayflies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarger River Situations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse where added visibility improves fly control and strike detection in wider or more broken water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Mayfly Thomas Yellow Dry Fly offers a bold and dependable adult mayfly imitation, providing excellent visibility and consistent performance during one of the most exciting periods of the trout season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Match The Hatch","offers":[{"title":"Size 10","offer_id":56460528648516,"sku":"SPD10910","price":1.13,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Size 12","offer_id":56460528681284,"sku":"SPD10912","price":1.13,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5131\/7572\/files\/MayflyThomasYellowDryFly_eb412981-591e-4966-a46f-201e9aaba486.jpg?v=1774202688","url":"https:\/\/matchthehatch.co.uk\/products\/mayfly-thomas-yellow","provider":"Match The Hatch","version":"1.0","type":"link"}