Pondage Fly Variants
The Pondage Fly variants are a series of simple yet remarkably effective trout flies originally tied by Victorian angler Rod Groaters for use in the Eildon Pondage on the Goulburn River.[...] Read More » “Pondage Fly Variants”
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CDC Fly Fest #5: White CDC Micro Streamer
In our fifth instalment of CDC Fly Fest, we bring you a pattern that is both minimalist and deadly effective: Lucian Vasies’ White CDC Micro Streamer.
If you enjoy using light streamers or pairing micro streamers in tandem with a larger model, this fly is a perfect addition to your box.[...] Read More » “CDC Fly Fest #5: White CDC Micro Streamer”
Fed’s Mallee Fowl Soft Hackle Bugger
If you’re a streamer junkie or just someone who appreciates flies that work hard in the water, Fed’s Mallee Fowl Soft Hackle Bugger is a pattern worth knowing. It’s a refined take on a lineage of smart fly designs—starting with Tim Flagler’s Brahma Bugger, reimagined by McFly Angler as the Better Woolly Bugger, and now evolved again by Fed into something uniquely tactile, visual, and deadly.[...] Read More » “Fed’s Mallee Fowl Soft Hackle Bugger”
Mike Kelly’s Classic Streamers
From BT’s Fly Tying Friday, 12 November 2021. Mike Kelly shows us two of his favourite streamer patterns – the Corn Buck Streamer and the Mormon Girl.
Be sure to watch to the end of the video – Al Beatty shares a quick dubbing tip that’s crucial for anyone attempting to apply those fuzzy fibres to the thread before wrapping them around the hook.[...] Read More » “Mike Kelly’s Classic Streamers”
Sparkle Chenille Bugger
The Sparkle Chenille Bugger fly is a captivating variant of the classic woolly bugger, renowned for its irresistible allure to fish.
Tied on a size 12 hook and adorned with vibrant red bead chain eyes, this fly exudes an air of liveliness in the water.[...] Read More » “Sparkle Chenille Bugger”
Orange Bead Magoo
The Orange Bead Magoo is a very easy fly to tie. The Magoo is mainly a pulling fly but is extremely versatile.
Vern Barby, of the Victorian Fly-Fisher’s Association, writes of his Magoo:
“The Magoo is probably my signature fly.[...] Read More » “Orange Bead Magoo”
Wendouree Cruncher
“Over the years, I’ve played around with different colour combinations and claret with yellow has proved particularly effective on Lake Wendouree, just around the corner from my Ballarat home. Hence the Wendouree Cruncher’s name: it’s proved particularly useful in a pulling team on this lake.[...] Read More » “Wendouree Cruncher”
Bunny Clouser
The Bunny Clouser, tied by Norm Norlander, is a great all-around fly.
Materials
- Hook: 8 to 2 Long Shank
- Thread: Colour of the rabbit fur
- Tail: Mylar Silk Braid
- Rib: Mylar fluoro tinsel
- Eyes: Dumbbell eyes
- Wing: Rabbit strip
Dan Byford Zonker
The zonker – invented American fly fisher Dan Byford- a minnow-shaped imitation of a small baitfish. Today it is one of the classic patterns used by fly fishermen to imitate small baitfish.[...] Read More » “Dan Byford Zonker”
Sparkle Charlie, Fedeles Variant
This fly came about after Simon read an article in an American magazine about anglers spinning for bonefish. It occurred to him that a very bright fly version of the proven Crazy Charlie could be tried.[...] Read More » “Sparkle Charlie, Fedeles Variant”