It’s time for a fish story and how the Autumn Splendor caught me one of my biggest fish in Colorado:
Up on the Elk river a couple years back I was fishing this fly from upstream, letting it slow drift into deeper pools and then giving it short, quick strips to bring it back out.
As I did this on one particular hole, I noticed a wake from the back of the pool and since I was perched on a rock, I could see down into the water with clarity. A monstrous 24” inch rainbow came up and gulped it down. It was slo-motion unbelief. I set the hook and the fish took off downstream for pocket water.
It was all I could do to just hold on as my line was quickly to its backing. Backing! On a small stream like this was unheard of. As the fish got further away and I tried to follow along the slick rocks, the fish went around a rock and my line stuck. As I got closer, I realized the fish had gotten loose by getting around that rock…
Devastated and still in shock, I resolved to retrieve my fly as I was still hung up under this rock out in the river. I waded out and put my hand underneath the cold water to unhook my fly that hooked a monster rainbow (wasn’t about to let that fly go :), and I felt something strange under the rock.
Felt like a fish tail…as soon as I touched it, out shot the monster rainbow for another run down stream with the fly still in his mouth! The current was so strong it had taken my line under and made it seem like I was snagged when in fact, I still had the fish hooked, but only the line stuck on the rock. It fortunately came loose as the fish ran and after another 15 minutes of running with it down stream, I landed it in some pocket water.
Barely fitting in my net, I just laughed. I wish I could have shaken that fishes hand, cause it put up the best fight and tricks I’ve ever seen. One of the more memorable fish of the day.
All this to say, I’ve never had another experience like that, but had many other great success stories with the Autumn Splendor. It either makes fish hungry, or it pisses them off; either way, they are going to take a bite out of this fly.
Here’s why you should consider buying this fly today:
It’s the same of better quality you’ll get in fly shops – This fly is durable and strong enough to catch the biggest fish of your life
It’s only $1.25/fly – Streamers like this go for $3.00 or more in fly shops these days. Save some cash and buy through us.
Fishes Deep – The conehead helps get the fly deep and with a sink tip line, you can really dredge the bottom.
Available in Variety Packs – You buy these flies by the dozen, but you can get 3 different sizes of 4 flies each, adding variety to your box.
15-30 Day Shipping – Because we offer flies at lower prices, but offer the same fly-shop level quality, our flies are tied to order directly from our tyers. This keeps our prices low but sets a 15-30 day window. If you buy today, you’ll have the fly in time for prime streamer season this fall and into the winter.
Fly Shop Price: $3.00/Fly
Our Price: $1.25/Fly
Don’t settle for cheaper, lower quality online flies. Buy through us and get the same quality as fly shops but for substantially less. You can save up to $20 dollars buying through us. All that savings could buy you a fly box to put these in…
Our shipping time frame is only 3-5 days so you don’t have to wait long for your order and shipping is free on $35 or more.
You can buy this fly by the dozen and if you aren’t 100% happy with your order, we’ll retie or refund your money.
If 1 dozen is too many of 1 fly for you, then get our variety pack and split it with a friend. 6 flies is perfect, and 12 flies will last you twice as long.
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Buy the Autumn Splendor
The Autumn Splendor is for sale in a variety of sizes. Add them to your cart today by the dozen or by adding a dozen with 3 different sizes (sampler pack) to add variety to your fly box and help you catch more fish on a variety of rivers. Our proven patterns are custom tied to each and every order to make sure the highest quality of fishing flies are delivered to your door.
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It’s time for a fish story and how the Autumn Splendor caught me one of my biggest fish in Colorado:
Up on the Elk river a couple years back I was fishing this fly from upstream, letting it slow drift into deeper pools and then giving it short, quick strips to bring it back out.
As I did this on one particular hole, I noticed a wake from the back of the pool and since I was perched on a rock, I could see down into the water with clarity. A monstrous 24” inch rainbow came up and gulped it down. It was slo-motion unbelief. I set the hook and the fish took off downstream for pocket water.
It was all I could do to just hold on as my line was quickly to its backing. Backing! On a small stream like this was unheard of. As the fish got further away and I tried to follow along the slick rocks, the fish went around a rock and my line stuck. As I got closer, I realized the fish had gotten loose by getting around that rock…
Devastated and still in shock, I resolved to retrieve my fly as I was still hung up under this rock out in the river. I waded out and put my hand underneath the cold water to unhook my fly that hooked a monster rainbow (wasn’t about to let that fly go :), and I felt something strange under the rock.
Felt like a fish tail…as soon as I touched it, out shot the monster rainbow for another run down stream with the fly still in his mouth! The current was so strong it had taken my line under and made it seem like I was snagged when in fact, I still had the fish hooked, but only the line stuck on the rock. It fortunately came loose as the fish ran and after another 15 minutes of running with it down stream, I landed it in some pocket water.
Barely fitting in my net, I just laughed. I wish I could have shaken that fishes hand, cause it put up the best fight and tricks I’ve ever seen. One of the more memorable fish of the day.
All this to say, I’ve never had another experience like that, but had many other great success stories with the Autumn Splendor. It either makes fish hungry, or it pisses them off; either way, they are going to take a bite out of this fly.
Here’s why you should consider buying this fly today:
$3.00/FlyOur Price: $1.25/Fly
Don’t settle for cheaper, lower quality online flies. Buy through us and get the same quality as fly shops but for substantially less. You can save up to $20 dollars buying through us. All that savings could buy you a fly box to put these in…
Our shipping time frame is only 3-5 days so you don’t have to wait long for your order and shipping is free on $35 or more.
You can buy this fly by the dozen and if you aren’t 100% happy with your order, we’ll retie or refund your money.
If 1 dozen is too many of 1 fly for you, then get our variety pack and split it with a friend. 6 flies is perfect, and 12 flies will last you twice as long.
Get Fly Shop Quality at 25% -35% Off Fly Shop Prices || 100% Satisfaction Guarantee || Share an Order With a Friend
Buy the Autumn Splendor
The Autumn Splendor is for sale in a variety of sizes. Add them to your cart today by the dozen or by adding a dozen with 3 different sizes (sampler pack) to add variety to your fly box and help you catch more fish on a variety of rivers. Our proven patterns are custom tied to each and every order to make sure the highest quality of fishing flies are delivered to your door.
Premium Flies and Courses for the Lifestyle Angler
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Brown/Yellow
#2, #4, #6, #8, #10, #12, #2, #4, #6, #4 (4), #6 (4), #8 (4), #4 (4), #8 (4), #12 (4), #6 (4), #8 (4), #10 (4), #8 (4), #10 (4), #12 (4)
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