Haugur
Haugur was created in 1990 and has since become one of the most productive salmon flies in Icelandic rivers. It has also delivered results abroad, earning a strong reputation among anglers. For many, it’s a favourite. Simple — but deadly.
Materials
- Hook: Any suitable salmon hook
- Thread: Fire Orange
- Tail: Black Arctic Runner or sparse bucktail with two strands of electric blue crystal flash
- Body: Pearl floss
- Hackle / Throat: Kingfisher blue hen
- Wing: Black Arctic Runner or sparse bucktail with two strands of electric blue crystal flash
- Head: Fire Orange
How to tie a Haugur Hitch — Icelandic salmon technique
English version coming soon — full step-by-step tutorial.
A simple hitch can make all the difference — especially in Icelandic conditions.
“In Iceland, the right fly can mean everything.”
— Siggi Haugur
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