Harr fishing guide
Harren är en strömlevande laxfisk med karaktäristisk hög ryggfena. Fantastisk på torrfluga.
Scientific name
Thymallus thymallus
Source: SLU Artdatabanken
Fishing tips & gear
Rod
3- to 5-weight fly rod, 2.7 m
Sage X
Loop Opti Stream
Vision Cult
Reel
4/5-weight fly reel
Mainline
WF-4 or WF-5 floating line
Leader
9 ft tapered + 0.12–0.16 mm tippet
Hook
#18 to #12
Lures / bait
- Small dry flies (CDC Dun, Klinkhammer Special, Griffith's Gnat)
- Nymphs (Perdigon, Pheasant Tail, small Copper John)
- Spinners and emergers
Season
May–September
Time of day
All day, best during a hatch
Tip
Grayling are extremely selective during a hatch — match insect size and color exactly. Long leaders, careful presentation. Classic grayling rivers: Vindelälven, Lainio, Kaitumälven.
Logged
0
Biggest catch
—
Season
June-September
Most common methods
Fly fishing
Fishing guides for harr
Frequently asked questions
When is the season for harr?
The peak season for harr in Sweden is June-September.
How big does harr get?
Harr can grow up to 2.0 kg.
What's the best method to catch harr?
Common methods for harr are Fly fishing.
Which techniques work for harr?
Fly fishing — see the full guide for the right gear, baits and season.
Which bait works best for harr?
Proven baits: Small dry flies (CDC Dun, Klinkhammer Special, Griffith's Gnat), Nymphs (Perdigon, Pheasant Tail, small Copper John), Spinners and emergers.