{"product_id":"daves-hopper-trout-fly-assortment-yellow-foam-body-grasshopper-dry-flies-12-flies-sizes-8-10-12-the-fly-fishing-place","title":"Dave's Hopper Trout Fly Assortment – Yellow Foam Body Grasshopper Dry Flies (12 Flies, Sizes 8\/10\/12) | The Fly Fishing Place","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Dave's Hopper Trout Fly Assortment from The Fly Fishing Place features a bright yellow foam body that floats confidently on the surface, inviting fish to investigate. Built around an improved Dave Whitlock dry fly pattern, these hoppers are designed for buoyant, visible presentations during sunny days on the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey benefits for surface fishing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFloating foam keeps the fly on the surface where many fish feed, while the yellow color enhances visibility along fast rivers or reflective water. The robust foam body stands up to multiple casts and drifts, helping you maintain consistent contact with the pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s included and how to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFloating dry flies for trout, bass, panfish, or crappie with buoyant foam hoppers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIdeal for bank-popping in hot weather or for exploring pocket water any time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClassic grasshopper or stonefly adult pattern, packed in a versatile assortment of sizes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e12 flies total — four of each size (8, 10, 12) using the improved Dave Whitlock pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks well as the surface element in indicators or hopper dropper setups with a beaded nymph dropper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePractical tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the light is bright and shadows are short, give a gentle, drifting retrieve to entice surface takes. Pair this hopper with a light nymph dropper if you want to test deeper water without losing the surface presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re new to dry fly fishing or refining a summer strategy, this assortment offers a simple, repeatable option to cover a range of streams and conditions while keeping your fly box compact.\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 benefit from Dave's Hopper assortment?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: It's designed for trout, with potential applications for bass and panfish in warm conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How many flies are included and in what sizes?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Twelve dries total: four each of sizes 8, 10, and 12, based on an improved Dave Whitlock pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"The Fly Fishing Place","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42205223223376,"sku":"B0BRK14CY5","price":66.18,"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_0b240b2b-f083-4b1a-b82f-7b8600ede074.jpg?v=1775508244","url":"https:\/\/canadawildco.com\/products\/daves-hopper-trout-fly-assortment-yellow-foam-body-grasshopper-dry-flies-12-flies-sizes-8-10-12-the-fly-fishing-place","provider":"Canada WildCo. | Hunting Gear, Fishing Equipment \u0026 Outdoor Essentials for the Canadian Wild","version":"1.0","type":"link"}