High and Dry Dry Fly Gell Floatant with Kingfisher Dry Shake Holder
Jeff Smith It looks like you’re referring to High & Dry Dry Fly Gel Floatant along with the Kingfisher Dry Shake Holder, two products designed to help keep your dry flies floating effectively. Here’s a breakdown of each:
1. High & Dry Dry Fly Gel Floatant
– Purpose: A gel-based floatant applied to dry flies to repel water and keep them buoyant.
– Application:
– Apply a small amount to the fly before fishing (avoiding hackle fibers to prevent matting).
– Works best on flies tied with natural materials (e.g., CDC, deer hair, hackle).
– Advantages:
– Long-lasting water resistance.
– Doesn’t evaporate like liquid floatants.
– Can be used in combination with desiccant powders (like Dry Shake).
2. Kingfisher Dry Shake Holder
– Purpose: A small, portable container designed to hold and dispense desiccant powder (like Dry Shake or similar products).
– How It Works:
– Place a desiccant powder (e.g., Loon Dry Shake, Frog’s Fanny) inside.
– After a fly gets waterlogged, shake it inside the holder to dry and rejuvenate it.
– Advantages:
– Compact and easy to carry.
– Prevents spills compared to loose powder containers.
Best Practices for Use Together
1. Pre-Treat: Apply High & Dry Gel Floatant before casting.
2. Revive Mid-Fishing: If the fly gets waterlogged, shake it in the Dry Shake Holder to absorb moisture.
3. Reapply Gel as Needed: After drying, a tiny dab of gel can help restore buoyancy.
Would you like recommendations for alternative floatants or desiccants? Or are you looking for tips on specific fly types?