The Pheasant Tail Flashback Euro Nymph is one of ReelFlies®' best-selling trout flies, combining the proven effectiveness of the classic Pheasant Tail Nymph with modern Euro nymphing design. Featuring a tungsten bead head, reflective flashback, natural pheasant-tail body and soft hackle, this highly effective pattern is designed to imitate aquatic mayfly nymphs while reaching trout feeding near the riverbed.

Its carefully ribbed body creates a realistic segmented appearance, while the soft hackle fibres provide subtle, lifelike movement in the current. The reflective flashback adds just enough attraction to help trigger strikes, particularly in deeper or slightly coloured water.

Key Features

• Tungsten Bead Head – Provides additional weight for a faster sink rate and improved depth control.

• Natural Pheasant Tail Body – Offers a convincing imitation of common mayfly nymphs.

• Reflective Flashback – Adds subtle flashes of light to attract feeding trout.

• Soft Hackle & Jig Hook – Creates natural movement while encouraging a hook-point-up presentation to help reduce snagging.

Fishing Tips

An excellent choice for Euro nymphing, Czech nymphing and traditional indicator fishing. Dead-drift this pattern through riffles, pocket water and deeper runs, keeping it close to the riverbed where trout actively feed. Particularly effective for Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Brook Trout and Cutthroat Trout.