The Klinkhamer Dry Fly is one of the most effective emerger-style patterns for trout, designed to imitate insects that are hatching and trapped in the surface film — a key feeding stage on South African rivers.

Unlike traditional dry flies that sit fully on top of the water, the Klinkhamer rides with its wing and hackle floating high while the abdomen hangs below the surface. This creates a highly realistic profile that trout find difficult to refuse, especially when they are feeding on emerging mayflies or caddis.

In South African conditions, trout often feed just under the surface during hatches, taking emergers more confidently than fully winged adults. The Klinkhamer is the perfect solution for these technical situations.

The Klinkhamer excels when:

• Trout and yellowfish are rising subtly but ignoring standard dry flies
• Insects are emerging during mayfly or caddis activity
• Fish are feeding in glides, tailouts, and slow runs
• You need a fly that works as both a dry and an emerger

Its buoyant design keeps it visible and floating well, while still presenting a natural silhouette in the film.

Tied in-house by Stream and Sea, the Klinkhamer Dry Fly is built with durable materials, strong hooks, and proven proportions for South African trout rivers.

When trout and yellowfish are feeding just below the surface, the Klinkhamer is unbeatable.

Key Features

• Classic emerger-style dry fly pattern
• Imitates hatching mayflies and caddis in the surface film
• Suspended abdomen triggers selective trout
• Highly effective in technical South African river conditions
• Floats well while still fishing below the surface

How to Fish It (SA Conditions)

• Line: Floating line with long leader
• Presentation: Dead drift through rising fish
• Best Use: Hatches, subtle rises, glides and tailouts