Prince - Sparkle (Soft Hackle)

Meet the Prince Sparkle: the classic Prince Nymph’s slicker, shinier cousin that still gets the job done—and makes fish suspiciously enthusiastic about bad decisions. If you fish for trout, tangle with nymph rigs, or just like gear that actually swims well, this one’s for you.

For anglers who want a little extra flash without the drama. AXG Life — Life, Adventure-Ready.

Key Features & Design

• Body: Peacock herl for natural iridescence and enticing profile.
• Ribbing: Gold wire rib to add durability and a subtle flash.
• Hackle: Soft hackle that gives a realistic pulsing action in the water.
• Bead: Small bead head for a bit of weight and attraction—gets down where the fish hang out.
• Pattern: A faithful variation of the classic Prince Nymph with added sparkle and motion.

Performance & Benefits

This fly doesn’t just look pretty—it moves. The soft hackle pulses like it’s auditioning for a soap opera underwater, creating lifelike motion that prompts follows and takes from picky trout. The peacock herl body supplies natural sheen while the gold wire rib adds strength and a flash that says “tasty” in trout language.

Lightweight bead head helps the fly sink into the strike zone without dragging its heels, so you spend less time fixing tangles and more time telling the story of the one that got away (or didn’t). Turns stuck weekends into hero stories and is built for dawn bank-side plotting and questionable afternoon decisions. Trustworthy, subtle, and just the right amount of show-off.

Why you’ll actually reach for this fly

• Works well in nymph rigs, tightlines, and as an attractor in varied currents.
• Durable construction—gold wire ribbing resists unraveling when the fish get rowdy.
• Soft hackle action increases hookups by mimicking real insect movement.

Ready to add a little sparkle to your nymph box? Toss a few Prince Sparkles into your leader, head to the river, and make your next fish story worth telling. Add to cart and give your fly box something to brag about.