For freshwater dry-fly trout fishing, probably a Hopper; it’s big, recognizable, easy to see and you can tie a nymph underneath it. People who only fly fish once every few years tie on a hopper. Another would be an Elk Hair Caddis. Smaller flies require more attention and skill to present. read more
The Garrison 212 is a legend of American fly fishing. Most fly fisherman who get their hands on an original from the first half of the 20 th century take an Indiana Jones attitude—“It belongs in a museum”. read more