Empies Deadly Shiner is a flash-type fly pattern built for searching fast-water runs. This go-to pattern thrives during mid-day when insect activity drops and trout switch to opportunistic feeding.

Presented with deliberate fast strips, the Deadly Shiner cuts through silence and draws decisive strikes. When a fish hits, you’ll feel a sharp pull that can jerk the rod, so pair the pattern with a sturdy setup. Use at least 5X tippet to absorb the hit and maintain control through the initial take. Size 8 provides a compact profile that stays lively in the water and remains visible in surface ripple.

• Pattern type: flash-type fly pattern
• Size: 8
• Presentation: fast strip retrieves
• Tippet: minimum 5X
• Best conditions: mid-day with low bug activity

Empies Deadly Shiner delivers a reliable, mid-water searching option when you need to provoke striking opportunities and pull bites from wary fish.