Learning and Mastering the Tight Line...

Learning and Mastering the Tight Line Nymph Techniques (Euro/French Nymph) in a few hours - Matthieu Mercier

The book Apprendre et Maîtriser la Nymphe au Fil by Matthieu Mercier is aimed as much at already convinced nymph enthusiasts who want to go further in their understanding as at beginners looking for a simple and effective guide.

Many dry fly fishermen find it difficult to take the next step, so this book is also for them.

An excellent practical guide for anyone who wants to learn nymph fishing or improve their skills.

Matthieu shares with you his best techniques, flies and tactics for Euro nymph fishing.

The book covers everything from A to Z, from tying knots and rigging to reading the water, choosing nymphs, casting and fishing.

Numerous diagrams, illustrations and explanatory photos.

An ideal book for learning and progressing quickly.

In French

€24.90

Tax included

Leafing through this book is like having the advice of a guide at your side.

Contents

Easy learning

Part 1 - Learning
• Equipment and rigs
• Choice of nymphs
• Basic casting
• Fishing action
• Basic principles of drifts
• Nymphing fish

Part 2- Mastering
• The different casts
• Determining factors for good drifts
• Managing drifts
• Prospecting strategies
• Approaching and reading the water

Approaching and reading the water Chapter
• The biological context
• The seasons
• The positions
• What the fish sees
• The approach and the movement

Bonus : 4 fly tying instruction pages

About the author
Matthieu Mercier holds a professional diploma as a fishing guide and instructor and a master's degree in environmental law.
He wanted to share his vision of Euro nymph fishing with as many people as possible.

A simple and effective guide! This book is aimed as much at already convinced “nymphers” who wish to go further in their understanding as at beginners looking for a simple and effective guide.
Many dry fly fishermen find it difficult to take the plunge; this book is also for them.

A few words from the author
“I wrote this book to enable fishermen to:
• learn a technique that is considered difficult from A to Z with ease
• save time in learning and learn at their own pace
• receive advice on learning from a professional and avoid acquiring bad habits

Both beginners and experienced anglers will be able to:
• learn a new technique that allows them to extend their fishing trips, even in the absence of feeding fish
• understand the new world of the underwater world
• learn to read the river to adapt their approach and prospecting strategies
• be successful in the vast majority of fishing situations, whatever the type of watercourse, and catch more fish!”

Specifications:
Format: 160 pages, perfect binding
Publication date: July 16, 2023
Dimensions: 17.78 x 0.94 x 25.4 cm
ISBN-978-2-35669-130-9
ARKA Editions

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RIO Two Tone Indicator Tippet 30 yds spool Pink/Yellow Chartreuse or Black/White

Rio

€18.95

A hi-vis, two colored nylon tippet, with color changes every 8” - ideal for nymphing and indicatorsPink/Yellow Chartreuse or Black/White• Opaque 2-tone sections of contrasting color• Colors create visual cue when tight line nymphingThe best indicator material for building sighters for European Style Nymphing

Two tone indicator tippet material

RIO Two Tone Indicator Tippet 100 yds Guide spool Pink/Yellow Chartreuse or Black/White

Rio

€43.90

Scientific Anglers

Scientific Anglers Mastery Euro Tactical Nymph Floating Braided Core DT & L

Scientific Anglers

€79.90

Czech and French nymphing, also known as euro nymphing, are nymph fishing techniques with a natural drift, similar to trout drift fishing with natural baits.They are becoming increasingly popular for luring trout and grayling when the latter are not feeding on the surface.Tactile fishing full of subtleties and highly effective when well mastered.The use...

Bauer

Bauer RVR Euro Nymph Fly Reel

Bauer Fly Reels

NFD9440-RVR-EN

€899.00

The super large arbor of this reel design provides incredible line pick up while addressing the unique capacity requirements of the level lines used in European style nymphing.Utilizing a full frame that prevents thin mono or level line from slipping through the frame and appropriate weighting to balance longer rods the Bauer RVR Euro Nymph Fly Reel is...

Rio

RIO Premier Technical Euro Nymph Fly Line

Rio

29508

€79.90

RIO's Premier Technical Euro Nymph line has all the assets for the modern nymph angler.Built on a monofilament core that creates a stiff, slick line for quick feeding and less line sag between the rod guides, and an ultra-thin diameter to maximize sensitivity, and for lightning-fast hook sets.In addition, the core extends past the front end of the line to...

Rio

RIO FIPS Euro Nymph Fly Line

Rio

26222

€68.00

One size fits all European style nymphing line • One size fits all: #2-5 • Ultra-thin, incredibly light line for the utmost in sensitivity • Highly visible tip for detecting the subtlest of takes • Approved & endorsed by FIPS Mouche as 'Competition Legal'

Lamson

Lamson Euro Nymph Guru E-Series fly reel & spools

Lamson

€499.90

NEW FOR 2025 Eliminate variables to achieve balance.A Euro nymphing reel based on our Guru S platform, the new Lamson Guru E-Series emerges to strike the perfect balance between form and function.With a super-large arbor and narrow profile, everything on this reel is purposefully designed with Euro nymphing in mind including a new larger drag knob with...

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Orange Tag Barbless FMF Tactical Jig Series

Fulling Mill

€2.52

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Euro Nymphs

Barbless The French Nymph FMF Tactical Jigs Series

Fulling Mill

€2.52

The Barbless The French Nymph FMF Tactical Series has been a deadly pattern for trout and grayling the world over. Use this fly in all sizes on either the point or dropper of a two fly set-up when fishing the French Leader. The red butt is a real trigger point especially in murky water.Barbless Jig hook The advantage of jig hooks combined with tungsten or...

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Duracell Jig Barbless FMF Tactical Jig Series

Fulling Mill

€2.52

Most fly fishermen know that grayling love purple, and this purple pattern is very lively with its purple dubbing body, CDC collar and silver tungsten bead is a great grayling pattern.Tied on a Fulling Mill Jig hook, the Duracell Jig B/L FMF Tactical series is THE model to use as a tip fly for all Euro Nymph fishing action for grayling and trout on...

Perdigons nymphs

Purple Bullet Barbless FMF Tactical Series Perdigon

Fulling Mill

€2.52

Perdigons are part of the incentive nymphs that generate attack or feeding reactions in fish in response to a visual stimulus: shine, sparkle, intense coloured spot. What trout doesn't like purple? We've been fishing the Purple Bullet B/L for a couple of years now and it's an absolute magnet for trout anywhere. Great color contrast from purple to black...

Perdigons nymphs

Red Neck Gasolina Barbless FMF Tactical Series Perdigon

Fulling Mill

€2.52

Perdigons are part of the incentive nymphs that generate attack or feeding reactions in fish in response to a visual stimulus: shine, sparkle, intense coloured spot. The Red Neck Gasolina Barbless FMF Tactical Series Perdigon is a very popular attractor Euro Nymph which seemingly works in any condition it faces. We've one upped the pattern with a red neck...

Perdigons nymphs

Micro Perdigon Flashback Brown Barbless FMF Tactical Series Perdigon

Fulling Mill

€2.52

Perdigons are part of the incentive nymphs that generate attack in response to a visual stimulus We've been fishing the Micro Perdigons Flashback Brown now for a handful of years to imitate small mayfly nymphs which are abundant year round. Still tied with tungsten beads to get through the surface, these little gems can be fished on a double nymph rig,...

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Micro Perdigon Ginger UV Barbless FMF Tactical Series Perdigon

Fulling Mill

€2.52

Perdigons are part of the incentive nymphs that generate attack in response to a visual stimulus We've been fishing the Micro Perdigon Ginger UV B/L FMF now for a handful of years to imitate small mayfly nymphs which are abundant year round. Still tied with tungsten beads to get through the surface, these little gems can be fished on a double nymph rig,...

Perdigons nymphs

Barbless Micro Perdigon Quill FMF Tactical Series Perdigon

Fulling Mill

€2.52

Perdigons are part of the incentive nymphs that generate attack in response to a visual stimulus We've been fishing the Micro Perdigon Quill B/L FMF now for a handful of years to imitate small mayfly nymphs which are abundant year round. Still tied with tungsten beads to get through the surface, these little gems can be fished on a double nymph rig,...

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Guideline Killer Red Tag Perdigon

Guideline

€2.99

Perdigons are part of the incentive nymphs that generate attack or feeding reactions in fish in response to a visual stimulus: shine, sparkle, intense coloured spot. The Guideline Killer Red Tag Perdigon has a lethal combination of materials and colors. The red holographic tag and the peacock rib make it a safe bet in any type of river and time of season,...

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Guideline Killer Chocolate Perdigon

Guideline

€2.99

Guideline Killer Chocolate Perdigon has a brown body of holographic tinsel that matches many species darker nymphs in the river. It comes with a copper colored tungsten head and are as all our barbless euronymphs tied on quality hooks from Fasna or Hanak. A great allrounder from our Spanish Power Team Member Javier Peña that fish equally well in all parts...

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Guideline Black & Purple Jig Nymph

Guideline

€2.99

A leading pattern for any angler planning to fish the Euro Nymphing method. The Guideline Black & Purple Jig Nymph is a firm favourite for both trout and grayling throughout their respective seasons. A versatile fly, it can be fished alone or at any point of a three fly setup and at any depth. Bead size 14: Silver TC slotted 3,0mm Bead size 16: Silver...

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Guideline Grayling Slayer Jig Nymph

Guideline

€2.99

The idea with this fly is to have a small and heavy fly in terms of short body that get down in the water column quickly.With the mylar ribb and orange collar the fly have triggers for waking up slow fish in cold water.The Guideline Grayling Slayer Jig Nymph is a typical fly for fishing in the colder parts of the season, for autumn and winter fishing...

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Guideline Czech Weapon Depthfinder Jig Nymph

Guideline

€2.99

The Guideline Czech Weapon Depthfinder has a larger bead and is more heavy than the standard Czech Weapon. We love to use this as a point fly to make the other nymph keep their level during the drift.The color and look of the fly is just really buggy, this fly look like a lot of the food fish feed on.It can be those fat mayfly nymphs from stone clinger...

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Guideline Czech Weapon Jig Nymph

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€2.99

The Guideline Czech Weapon Jig Nymph is a fly that works extremely well during the late summer and autumn for both trout and grayling. Fished either on its own or as a dropper fly in a multi-fly setup. The copper bead with subtle hot spot rib can fool even the most pressured of fish. The shape of this fly can imitate several species of stone clinger...

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Guideline French Jig Nymph

Guideline

€2.99

The Guideline French Jig Nymph is one of the main ‘go to’ Euro Nymph patterns for trout. It fishes well in all conditions but can be incredibly effective in the low and clear water of mid-summer. It can be fished on its own or on a dropper as part of a multi-fly setup.Bead size 14: Silver Slotted TC 3,0mmBead size 16: Silver Slotted TC 2,4mmOur barbless...

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Umpqua Phantom X Euro Nymph Leader 20'

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Umpqua Egan's Euro Leader Medium 14ft 2x/.011''

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€16.99

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Umpqua Egan's Euro Leader Micro 4x .007''

Umpqua

€16.99

Utilizing a color-coded, highly visible butt section material and a brand-new proprietary sighter tippet material developed in conjunction with Lance Egan himself, these leaders take the same formulas he uses when competing, fishing, or guiding, and places that technology directly in your hands. The Umpqua Egan's Euro Nymph Leader Micro Hot Green 14ft 4X...

Fluorocarbone

Umpqua Phantom X Fluorocarbon Tippet Material

Umpqua

€22.69

The Best Presentation For Your Fly Never seen before strength, sensitivity, and invisibility. Phantom X is a five-layer Ultra Fluorocarbon and to put it simply, it is the strongest and most invisible fluorocarbon tippet on the market. With very little stretch due to its core, Umpqua Phantom X Fluorocarbon Tippet allows you to detect the most subtle takes....

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Scientific Anglers Absolute Euro Nymph Freshwater Leader 13.5’/30’

Scientific Anglers

€13.90

For the ultimate in tight-line nymphing, look no further than the Absolute Euro Nymph Leaders.Two versions are available allowing the angler to work small streams to larger rivers. Both the 13.5’ and 30’ come in 2X-4X. Small butt diameters match Euro nymph lines. Each has an integrated Absolute tri-color sighter and tippet ring. Absolute leaders are made...

Two tone indicator tippet material

Scientific Anglers Absolute Tri-Color Sighter Nylon Tippet Material

Scientific Anglers

€16.90

Scientific Anglers Absolute Tri-Color Sighter Nylon Tippet Material is designed for use with Euro-style nymphing rigs Scientific Anglers Absolute Tippet is made with proprietary copolymer blends that are designed to drastically reduce water absorption while maintaining an optimal suppleness for high knot strength. Scientific Anglers Absolute nylon leaders...

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Umpqua tippet/leader micro-rings Standard/Premium

Umpqua

€9.00

Umpqua tippet rings standard or premium are an excellent way of attaching your leader to your tippet. Using a micro-ring will extend the life of your leader , as you may need to regularly replace the tip section, the leader will always keep its initial length . Ideal when you have trouble tying blood knots or other double fisherman's knots or double uni...

JMC Fly Fishing

Yoto Nymph JMC Fly Fishing semi-automatic reel

JMC Fly Fishing

€249.00

The legendary Yoto JMC Fly Fishing family of semi-automatic reels has grown in 2023 with the Yoto Nymph, a new version developed specifically to meet the requirements of modern nymph fishing techniques using nylon as the main line. The ceramic line guide, directly integrated into the frame, facilitates the sliding of the line while limiting its abrasion....