This video was requested by a fly fishing friend who wants a great pattern for catching carp in less than clear waters. Of all the carp fly patterns I tie, this one is the easiest, and hint hint – it slays sunfish and bass as well. All have fallen victim to this fly.
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Hi shannon – that is a very effective carp fly. Similar to the Montana hybrid tied by John montana. You can tie with dumbell eyes, peacock chenille, and a few turns of partridge for hackle. One of my biggest carp in colorado was taken on the Montana hybrid.
Thanks for video!