Ty's Gnat

The Griffith's Gnat is a midge cluster classic — Ty's Gnat takes that proven formula and makes it better. Tied on the Fulling Mill FM5050 Ultimate Dry Fly hook, barbless, this fly is built for catch-and-release fishing with a hook that's as refined as the pattern itself. The FM5050's wide gape and fine wire keep the fly riding high in the film while still driving home on the lightest takes.

A synthetic dubbed peacock body replaces traditional herl for a more durable, consistent finish that holds up through repeated strikes without unraveling. The iridescent sheen still catches light like the real thing, but this fly will outlast a dozen fish.

The biggest upgrade: a parachute post for visibility. Midge fishing means small flies and long drifts, and losing track of your fly in a riffle is part of the frustration. The parachute post fixes that — easy to spot on the water without spooking fish, so you can focus on the drift instead of squinting at the surface.

• Tied on the Fulling Mill FM5050 Ultimate Dry Fly hook — barbless
• Synthetic dubbed peacock body — durable, iridescent, and consistent
• Parachute post for high visibility without sacrificing the natural profile
• Hackle palmered through the body — classic Griffith's Gnat style
• Barbless for easy, low-stress releases
• Deadly during midge hatches and midge cluster situations
• Effective on tailwaters, spring creeks, and any water with heavy midge activity
• Hand-tied by Ty's Flies