Recreate fly patterns at home! Materials used in making this fly have been included below. Always keep in mind your local fly-fishing store will most likely have the materials referenced, and typically for less. Materials can also be found at Amazon or any other major on-line resource.
Fly-Tying Materials
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[list_item]Mustad 34007 Stainless Hook (#1/0)[/list_item]
[list_item]Danville 210 Thread, Nylon, Flat Wax, Olive[/list_item]
[list_item]Bucktail, White[/list_item]
[list_item]Bucktail, Olive[/list_item]
[list_item]Krystal Flash, Pearl[/list_item]
[list_item]Ostrich Herl, White[/list_item]
[list_item]Lead Eyes, Small, Painted, Pearl[/list_item]
[list_item]ZAP-A-GAP[/list_item]
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Design Inspiration & Detail
Captain Jesse indicates this fly stays weedless due to the high tie style construction and will fish anywhere you would use a regular Clouser minnow. The Ostrich does a great job in the water providing vibration and body to the fly. This fly is always in Jesse’s box! Most variations of the High Tie Clouser sell at $15.00 for three. For further info on Jesse and a look at more of his fly patterns, see Flies by Backwater Fly Fishing.
Target Species
Jesse says target species would include, “FISH! Everything eats this fly!” Clousers are a very popular and a proven fly pattern. With a reasonable color and some great materials, a Clouser is definitely a closer for numerous species!