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[Kdog]

Found this video and although not technically a jig and interesting way of creating some tail action.

 

[Pup]

Nice video.

I've enjoyed reading Ward Bean's website too. His fly is weighted, so it's similar to a jig in that respect. Imo, a fisherman should pay attention to his retrieve when fishing a jig tied with this pattern. I'd strip retrieve this fly when fishing a fly rod to impart action and would try something similar with the jig version.

Good stuff. :icon14: :icon14:

 

[Barefoot]

I have never used the copic markers. I will pick up a few and experiment. Why not keep the trailer hook?

 

[Pup]

I have never used the copic markers. I will pick up a few and experiment. Why not keep the trailer hook?

This fly is designed for freshwater black bass fishing where catch-and-release is ever popular. Many don't wish to chance gut or gill hooking a fish which would decrease its chances for survival upon release. Therefore, the trailer hook's been clipped.

 

[Barefoot]

Makes sense. I don't use trebles for just that reason.. Why not just tie on a piece of wire?

 

[Pup]

Makes sense. I don't use trebles for just that reason.. Why not just tie on a piece of wire?

He had nippers and a hook may have been easier to find.

 

[CrappieHappy]

that's neat, will have to try that pattern one day.

 

[plateboater]

Cool idea

 

[Airstreamfield]

That looks awesome... I am going to have to try that.