{"title":"Fly Fishing Indicators | Murray's Fly Shop","description":"\u003cp\u003eShop fly fishing indicators at Murray's Fly Shop. Strike indicators, yarn indicators, and bobbers for nymph fishing on Virginia trout streams.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"palsa-strike-ind-fl-orange","title":"Palsa Strike Indicator","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"512\" data-start=\"201\"\u003eTake your fly fishing to the next level with \u003cstrong data-end=\"273\" data-start=\"246\"\u003ePalsa Strike Indicators\u003c\/strong\u003e – the original, ultra-light stick-on indicators trusted by anglers around the world. These compact, high-visibility indicators help you detect even the most subtle strikes, making them perfect for nymphing and other subsurface techniques.  \u003cstrong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e24 per pack   Made in the USA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"531\" data-start=\"514\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"531\" data-start=\"514\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"907\" data-start=\"532\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"617\" data-start=\"532\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"617\" data-start=\"534\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"559\" data-start=\"534\"\u003eFeather-Light Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Doesn’t affect delicate presentations or spook wary fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"711\" data-start=\"618\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"711\" data-start=\"620\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"647\" data-start=\"620\"\u003eHigh Visibility Colors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easily spot strikes in a variety of light and water conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"813\" data-start=\"712\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"813\" data-start=\"714\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"745\" data-start=\"714\"\u003ePeel-and-Stick Application:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quick to apply and adjust without damaging your leader or fly line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"907\" data-start=\"814\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"907\" data-start=\"816\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"846\" data-start=\"816\"\u003ePerfect for Light Tippets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for small flies and finesse fishing with thin leaders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"924\" data-start=\"909\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"924\" data-start=\"909\"\u003eHow to Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-end=\"1317\" data-start=\"925\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"978\" data-start=\"925\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"978\" data-start=\"928\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"940\" data-start=\"928\"\u003ePeel off\u003c\/strong\u003e one Palsa indicator from the backing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1111\" data-start=\"979\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1111\" data-start=\"982\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1020\" data-start=\"982\"\u003eFold it around your line or tippet\u003c\/strong\u003e at the desired depth – usually 1.5 to 3 times the water depth, depending on current speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1185\" data-start=\"1112\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1185\" data-start=\"1115\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1156\" data-start=\"1115\"\u003ePress the two adhesive sides together\u003c\/strong\u003e firmly so it stays in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1317\" data-start=\"1186\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1317\" data-start=\"1189\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1207\" data-start=\"1189\"\u003eCast and drift\u003c\/strong\u003e your fly as normal, watching the indicator closely. If it pauses, twitches, or dips unnaturally—set the hook!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1317\" data-start=\"1186\"\u003eNot adjustable or reusable, but durable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1531\" data-start=\"1319\"\u003eWhether you're fishing slow-moving pools or fast pocket water, \u003cstrong data-end=\"1409\" data-start=\"1382\"\u003ePalsa Strike Indicators\u003c\/strong\u003e are an essential tool for fly fishers who want precise, sensitive bite detection without the bulk of traditional bobbers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wapsi Fly","offers":[{"title":"Orange","offer_id":45232090710205,"sku":"ACC503","price":3.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Chartreuse","offer_id":45232099623101,"sku":"ACC509","price":3.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pink","offer_id":45232102998205,"sku":"ACC510","price":3.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0196\/1360\/files\/Palsa_indicator_group.jpg?v=1752938916"},{"product_id":"murrays-fly-shop-indicator-3-per-pack","title":"Murray's Fly Shop Indicator - 3 per pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMurray's Fly Shop Indicator\u003c\/strong\u003e is our version to replace the old Scientific Angler Indicator which is no longer available.  These indicators are about 1-inch of orange material that can easily be slipped onto your leader. They can be used as a strike detector, for depth perception, and as a fly finder. The indicator is so small that they do not hamper casting in any way.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMany uses of the Murray's Fly Shop Indicator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most popular products we sell are the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.murraysflyshop.com\/products\/murrays-trout-nymph-knotted-leader-9ft?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=5326b9045\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eMurray’s Trout Nymphing Leader\u003c\/a\u003e. These are 9 feet long with a hand tied compound taper with two \u003cstrong\u003eIndicators\u003c\/strong\u003e incorporated. The first indicator is 3 feet above the fly and a second indicator 6 feet above the fly. We build these in 3X, 4X, 5X, and 6X.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur smallmouth leaders are built with a different formula. Here we are using larger flies and we frequently fish our nymphs and streamers deeply. These\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.murraysflyshop.com\/products\/murrays-bright-butt-leader-10?variant=2940301764\"\u003eBright Butt Leaders\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eare 9ft long built with a compound knotted formula with one Indicator in the butt section. I then install another indicator 5 feet up from the fly for my personal fishing and for the students in our schools. This leader enables me to quickly show each student how to evaluate the swing and proper mending of the streamer fished across stream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn even greater value of the Indicator comes through when I’m teaching each student my “swing nymphing technique”. This is a slightly different version of Charlie Brooks deep fishing nymph technique which Brooks taught me on the Madison River. With the swing nymphing technique, the indicators are used to help the angler see if he is \u003cstrong\u003egetting his nymph down deep\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen I’m fishing the sloughs in the Rockies for large trout cruising to feed on midges I often fish a size 24 Mr. Rapidan Midge Dry. In order to help me spot these artificial flies on the surface I cut a 1\/4 inch strip of an Indicator and slide it onto my \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.murraysflyshop.com\/products\/murrays-classic-leaders-9?variant=304825345\"\u003eClassic 9ft 7X leader\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e four feet above the fly. I can easily spot this on the stream and then by lifting my line of sight see my dry fly just beyond it. I’m not using it as an indicator here but as a \u003cstrong\u003efly-finder\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Murray's Fly Shop","offers":[{"title":"Orange","offer_id":46727971471549,"sku":"102920305","price":3.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yellow","offer_id":46727972716733,"sku":"501260063212","price":3.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0196\/1360\/products\/Murray_sStrikeIndicator.jpg?v=1735600571"},{"product_id":"orvis-tactical-sighter-tippet","title":"Orvis Tactical Sighter Tippet","description":"\u003ch3 data-end=\"269\" data-start=\"185\"\u003eOrvis Tactical Sighter Tippet – High Visibility Euro Nymphing Indicator Material\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"603\" data-start=\"271\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"308\" data-start=\"275\"\u003eOrvis Tactical Sighter Tippet\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-visibility, multicolor indicator material designed specifically for \u003cstrong data-end=\"439\" data-start=\"387\"\u003eEuro nymphing and tight-line nymphing techniques\u003c\/strong\u003e. Made from durable nylon monofilament, this sighter material improves strike detection by providing a clear visual reference above your tippet in direct-contact nymphing rigs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"929\" data-start=\"605\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"659\" data-start=\"609\"\u003echartreuse, orange, and white tricolor pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e enhances visibility in varying light conditions and complex backgrounds, helping anglers detect subtle pauses and changes in drift. The .011\" diameter is equivalent to \u003cstrong data-end=\"841\" data-start=\"828\"\u003e0X tippet\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering an excellent balance of strength and sensitivity for modern nymphing systems.  The .009\" diameter is equivalent to \u003cstrong\u003e2x tippet\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing a more natural drift, particularly useful in low water or slow moving streams where subtle currents barely affect the drift of the nymph.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1145\" data-start=\"931\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"998\" data-start=\"956\"\u003eTippet spool with an integrated cutter\u003c\/strong\u003e, Orvis Tactical Sighter Tippet is easy to manage on the water and pairs perfectly with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.murraysflyshop.com\/products\/orvis-tippet-rings-medium\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrvis Tippet Rings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for building efficient Euro Nymph Leaders.  Place this immediately above your Fluorocarbon or Monofilament Tippet material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1164\" data-start=\"1147\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1164\" data-start=\"1147\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1406\" data-start=\"1165\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1210\" data-start=\"1165\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1210\" data-start=\"1167\"\u003eDesigned for Euro and tight-line nymphing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1269\" data-start=\"1211\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1269\" data-start=\"1213\"\u003eHigh-visibility chartreuse, orange, and white tricolor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1318\" data-start=\"1270\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1318\" data-start=\"1272\"\u003eImproves strike detection above clear tippet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1349\" data-start=\"1319\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1349\" data-start=\"1321\"\u003eDurable nylon construction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1387\" data-start=\"1350\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1387\" data-start=\"1352\"\u003eTippet spool with built-in cutter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1406\" data-start=\"1388\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1406\" data-start=\"1390\"\u003e10-meter spool\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1472\" data-start=\"1431\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1437\" data-start=\"1431\"\u003e0X\u003c\/strong\u003e – 11.0 lb test, .011 in diameter\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1481\" data-start=\"1475\"\u003e2X\u003c\/strong\u003e – 8.8 lb test, .009 in diameter\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orvis","offers":[{"title":"0X","offer_id":41178459734205,"sku":"2MXG8000","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2X","offer_id":41178459766973,"sku":"2MXG8002","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0196\/1360\/products\/TacticalsighterTippet.jpg?v=1639681160"},{"product_id":"oros-screw-on-strike-indicators","title":"Oros Screw On Strike Indicators","description":"\u003cp\u003eOros strike indicators enclose fastening hardware inside of two foam hemispheres. When closed, the foam compress creating a pressure fit lock that keeps it on the line and in place, without kinking. Large screw threads make securing it to the line effortless, and it it's even easier to lock in place with wet hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOros strike indicators eliminate common indicator pain points.\u003cspan\u003e There are no small parts to fumble and lose. It’s streamlined design is centered on the line for balanced casting. There is no exposed fastening hardware or posts sticking out to create drag or tangle line.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlow-in-the-dark strike indicators\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003egive you the option to extend your time on the water. Glow-in-the-dark strike indicators help you see strikes better in the early morning, evening and into the night. We have nymphed and dead drifted streamers under glow-in-the-dark indicators with great success. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCharging Oros glow-in-the-dark strike indicators works best with a strong headlamp or UV light. Phone lights do not work as well. We recommend rolling the glow-in-the dark strike indicator in your fingers or on the line for about 30 seconds while it is illuminated. The purpose of rolling the indicator is to expose the entire indicator surface to light.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWe have found that Oros glow-in-the-dark strike indicators start off bright and dim over a period of about five minutes. How long you need to go between charges depends on how the indicator was charged, lighting conditions and your eyesight. 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It adds \u003cstrong data-start=\"799\" data-end=\"824\"\u003eno significant weight\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it an excellent option for enhancing the visibility of \u003cstrong data-start=\"888\" data-end=\"922\"\u003edry flies or strike indicators\u003c\/strong\u003e without impacting performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"1122\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"982\"\u003eEco-conscious anglers\u003c\/strong\u003e will appreciate that the Sighter Wax is \u003cstrong data-start=\"1023\" data-end=\"1081\"\u003e100% environmentally friendly, odorless, and non-toxic\u003c\/strong\u003e—safe for both the water and your gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1124\" data-end=\"1385\" class=\"\"\u003ePackaged in a durable \u003cstrong data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1168\"\u003eHDPE twist-up tube\u003c\/strong\u003e (just like lip balm), this compact 0.15 oz container holds \u003cstrong data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1241\"\u003e4.5 grams\u003c\/strong\u003e of bright, long-lasting wax. 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