It looks like you’re referring to High & Dry Dry Fly Gel Floatant and the Kingfisher Dry Shake Holder, two products designed to help keep 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 if possible).
– Works best on natural materials like CDC, hackle, and deer hair.
– Benefits:
– Long-lasting water resistance.
– Non-toxic and safe for fly lines and rods.
– Doesn’t gum up fly materials like some pastes.
2. Kingfisher Dry Shake Holder
– Purpose: A small, portable container used to hold and apply dry shake (a powder desiccant that removes moisture from flies).
– How It Works:
– Place a waterlogged fly inside, shake to absorb moisture.
– Often used after fishing a fly to rejuvenate it before reapplying floatant.
– Benefits:
– Compact and easy to carry (often attached to a vest or lanyard).
– Helps extend the life of floatant treatments.
Best Practices for Using Both Together
1. Pre-treat your dry fly with High & Dry Gel Floatant before fishing.
2. If the fly gets waterlogged, shake it in the Dry Shake Holder to dry it out.
3. Reapply floatant as needed for maximum buoyancy.
These products are popular among fly anglers who fish with dry flies frequently, especially in situations where keeping the fly floating high is critical (e.g., trout feeding on the surface).
Would you like recommendations on alternatives or tips for applying floatants effectively?