Humpy, Adams

The Adams Humpy fly pattern is a buoyant, high-floating dry fly that imitates a variety of mayflies, caddisflies, and even small stoneflies, depending on the size and water conditions. Its bushy, hump-backed body and heavily hackled thorax make it ideal for fast-moving or rough water, where visibility and flotation are crucial. Though not an exact match for any single insect, it serves as a highly effective general attractor, resembling the silhouette of many natural adult aquatic insects.

History:

The Adams Humpy is a hybrid of two classic fly patterns: the original Humpy, developed in the Western United States in the 1940s as a durable, high-floating attractor fly; and the Adams, first tied in the 1920s in Michigan to imitate mayflies. The Adams Humpy merges the color scheme and effectiveness of the Adams with the robust construction and buoyancy of the Humpy. This blend has made it a favorite among anglers fishing turbulent waters where durability and visibility are as important as imitation.