{"product_id":"daves-hopper-grasshopper-dry-fly-set-yellow-foam-body-4-flies-size-8-the-fly-fishing-place","title":"Dave's Hopper Grasshopper Dry Fly Set – Yellow Foam Body (4 Flies, Size 8) | The Fly Fishing Place","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover Dave's Hopper from The Fly Fishing Place, a classic dry fly pattern crafted for surface presentations on warm days. This yellow foam-bodied grasshopper set includes four flies on size 8 hooks and features an improved Dave Whitlock-style silhouette. The buoyant foam enhances visibility on the water while delivering a realistic profile that anglers can trust for cast-and-watch action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for engaging, surface-level takes, these dries combine a time-tested look with modern buoyancy. The result is a pattern that stays buoyant through playful ripples and light chop, helping you track the presentation from the bank to midstream and beyond. While success depends on many conditions, the setup is built to offer a reliable surface option when fish feed on surface cues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey advantages\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnsinkable foam keeps the pattern riding high on the surface for easy visibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved Dave Whitlock design provides a familiar, proven silhouette for discerning trout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright yellow foam body enhances on-water visibility across varying light and water conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatile enough for trout and other surface-feeding species in calm to pocket-water habitats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet includes four flies on ready-to-use size 8 hooks for quick deployment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal scenarios\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBank-popping during hot summer days when surface activity rises.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSearching pocket-water pockets for cruising or rising fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface presentations used with an indicator and a beaded nymph dropper for enhanced drifts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet of 4 dry flies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHook size 8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved Dave Whitlock dry fly pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCraft and use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dave’s Hopper dries are designed for easy visibility and confident presentation. While results are shaped by water conditions, hatch timing, and angler technique, the buoyant foam and crisp silhouette can help you present a natural surface pattern with minimal drag. Use as a stand-alone dry or pair with a beaded nymph dropper for indicator-style fishing on drifting lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and handling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore dries dry, out of direct sun, and avoid crushing the foam. A quick reset after a strong take helps maintain buoyancy and prolong pattern life. With proper care, this four-fly set can be a dependable surface option across a season of varied conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What species can I target with Dave's Hopper dries?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Primarily surface-feeding trout, with potential for bass and panfish in suitable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How many flies are in the set and what hook size?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Set includes 4 dries on size 8 hooks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"The Fly Fishing Place","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42120606842960,"sku":"B08MZ476PJ","price":43.58,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9645\/8576\/files\/the-fly-fishing-place-daves-hopper-yellow-foam-body-dry-fly.jpg?v=1773152521","url":"https:\/\/canadawildco.com\/products\/daves-hopper-grasshopper-dry-fly-set-yellow-foam-body-4-flies-size-8-the-fly-fishing-place","provider":"Canada WildCo. | Hunting Gear, Fishing Equipment \u0026 Outdoor Essentials for the Canadian Wild","version":"1.0","type":"link"}