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Fly Fisherman Throwback: Aw, Shucks–Imitating Mayflies' Emergence

Instant trailing shucks that imitate insects at their most vulnerable stage–during emergence.

Fly Fisherman Throwback: Aw, Shucks–Imitating Mayflies' Emergence
Adding a nylon shuck to your dry fly can help you fool selective trout when conventional dries fail. (Barry & Cathy Beck photo)

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