I got out this weekend for my first Smallmouth specific trip of the season. This pattern was a great producer along with a single hook version and my Simple crayfish from a previous post. I concentrated on deep pools and undercuts, swinging the flies deep. Smallmouth are a true gamefish and unlike Trout that live in very specific streams and rivers, I will almost bet most people have a decent Smallie spot nearby. Enjoy!
Rear Portion:
Hook: VMC Flippin' Hook sz. 1/0
Thread: Uni 6/0 in Olive
Tail: Black Barred Olive Marabou
Hackle: Black Schlappen
Body: Olive Crystal Chenille
Collar: Olive Schlappen
Front Portion:
Flymen Fishing Company 35mm Articulated Shank
Tail: Black Barred Olive Marabou, Work it around the shank to cover articulation point
Hackle: Black Schlappen
Body: Olive Crystal Chenille
Legs: Barred Rubber Legs
Collar: Olive Schlappen
"Wing": Sculpin Olive Sculpin Wool, Reverse tied and folded back, then "Barred" with permanent marker
Pectoral Fins: Sculpin Olive Sculpin Wool, "Barred" with permanent marker
Head: Olive Sculpin Helmet sz. small
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