BBW Bass Fly

     Along with the weather the Bass fishing has been heating up these past few weeks. I was wondering a few days ago why I haven't been tying a whole lot lately, then I remembered. I've been fishing! I live within ten minutes of 5 top notch ponds and all have been producing quality fish. However, due to the weather the shallow water opportunities of spring have passed. Local anglers of all disciplines have had to fish deeper to locate fish trying to beat the heat.

      The BBW or "Braided Body Worm" shown here is one pattern I've had success with recently. The tail of the worm is created by braiding two pieces of standard chenille with a length of Estaz or crystal chenille. It also features a bright foam tip that suspends the end of the tail when jigged or hopped along the bottom. Tie some up and experiment with different colors of chenille to match the water conditions in your area.

Hook: 3/0 Gamakatsu Weedless Worm Hook

Thread: Olive UTC 140

Weight: Lead Wire and Black Lead Dumbell Eyes

Tail/Body: 2 Strands standard Olive Chenille and 1 strand Medium Olive Crystal Chenille braided "Pony-Tail" style

Worm Tip: 2mm Craft Foam

Collar: Olive Schlappen

Head: Medium Olive Crystal Chenille