Purple Haze with Extra Hackle

The Purple Haze with Extra Hackle is the high-water version of one of western fly fishing's most beloved attractor patterns. The additional hackle wraps create a fuller, higher-floating fly that pushes through choppy riffles, pocketwater, and fast runs without drowning — keeping the fly visible and fishable in the kind of rough conditions where standard dries struggle to float.

The signature purple body and parachute post remain intact, giving this version the same fish-attracting profile that has made the Purple Haze a western staple.

The right choice when the water is up, the current is fast, and you need a fly that can handle the abuse.