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Step by step instructions for a simple but effective articulated streamer.  The double bugger, or monster bugger as some call it, is essentially the basis of many modern articulated streamers and a good starting point for anyone looking to build a collection of patterns. The materials listed below are a suggestion and can be changed/subbed to suit your needs. Materials used: Hook :Varivas 2500V SE size 4+2 Thread: 140 denier Daniville's  Tail: Marabou Flash: Sybai tinsel hair (flashabou) Body: Ice Dub Rib: Copper wire Hackle: Schlappen Articulation: 26lb beading wire and some glass beads Weight: lead eyes Head: Sybai Nymph dubbing Rubber legs

I've added a series of videos on deer hair work. The first one looks at the tools you'll need if you want to start tying deer hair bugs.

No need to pay for EP claws when you can knot up your own in a few seconds.

Step by step instructions for a variation on the double deceiver.  A modern classic, this fly will catch any predatory fish, just adjust the size to suit. Materials Used Hooks: Gamakatsu B10s (rear) Varivas 2500V SE (front) Thread: 6/0 flymaster Tail: schlappen or saddle hackles Flash: Sybai Sparkle Hair Body: Polar Chenille Belly: Bucktail Back: Bucktail Articulation: 26lb beading wire and glass beads. 3D eyes UV resin

Step by step instructions for Kelly Galloup's Zoo Cougar. This streamer is a modern classic and really deadly for large trout, bass and others. Tie some and try them. Find me on Twitter or Instagram @flickinfeathers for more fly tying and fly fishing content. Materials Used Hook: streamer 2-6 Thread: GSP Tail: marabou Body: pearl braid or dubbing Under wing: Calf tail Wing: Mallard flank Head: Deer hair

Step by step instructions for a simple but effective nymph pattern.  This is a basically a variation on a Walt's Worm but can be very effective in slightly darker or more colored water. Follow me on Twiiter or instagram @flickinfeathers for more fishing content. Matrials Used Hook: 12-18 jig hook Thread: Veevus 10/0 hot orange Rib: Pearl Crystal Flash Body:Natural squirrel fur

A few months on and it's time for the full review of the Redington Behemoth.  This real really is excellent value for money and performs well above it's price point.  Despite a few minor issues it's a definite 5 out of 5 stars from me on this reel.  Nothing at the price point is going to match it.