Hendrickson Spinner (Male Red Quill)

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Price:

$2.75

Product Category:

Mayflies

SKU:

M1601SM-12

The Hendrickson and Red Quill spinner fall it is usually the main event of the hatch and can be very heavy at times. After mating, the males will fall immediately and most will land in the water although some will land on the banks. The females full of eggs will descend to the surface of the water where they will deposit their eggs and then fall spent to the water. Remember the males will be larger and much darker in color. On the sunny days, the spinner fall will start very late in the day sometimes just before dark, while on cloudy days the spinner fall may start somewhat earlier.

Presentation:

The trout will align themselves into feeding lanes where the spinners have collected. This is usually at the edges or the ends of the pools or in pockets or any other place where the water is fairly smooth. You may not be able to see the spinners on the water but you may see them over the water before they fall. Also, it may be difficult to notice the trout feeding on them but watch for very small rise ring. Since it is difficult to see much action, many anglers will not notice the spinner fall at all, so be vigilant.

Start using the Red Quill (male spinner) and convert to the female spinner when the females arrive. Sometimes, downstream presentations are necessary in order to keep from spooking the trout feeding on the spinners. The spinner fall usually lasts for a brief time such as an hour or possibly two so be prepared.