About the Gerroff Trout Fly

The Gerroff was so named, reputedly, because of John shouted "Gerr'off" each time the fly attracted the unwanted attention of small fish as it slowly sank down to the depths where the large quarry were.

Expert Tip:

The slow sinking that trout find so alluring is achieved by small body on a slightly longer hook

Creator of this trout fly: John Goddard

Tier of this trout fly: Mandy Shelvey

Country of origin for this trout fly: England

This trout fly is designed to be fished on Dams & Reservoirs, Rivers & Streams, Still Water fish

Dressings

• Hook : 10 - 14
• Thread : Dark red or black
• Body : Dubbing mix 3 parts olive brown too 1 part pink seal's fur
• Back : Clear PVC or shrimp foil

The body is only on the front half of the hook Longshank