Flicking feathers

Step by step instructions for Capt. Blados' Crease Fly.  This is a very effective surface fly that also works on sunk lines too. Tie them in various sizes and colours for all kinds of species from smallmouth bass to tunas. Follow me on instagram or twitter @flickinfeathers  or head over to https://www.patreon.com/flickingfeathers to support the channel. Materials used Hook: Mustad salt water popper, Gamakatsu SP11-3L3H or your choice Thread: 3/0 Tail: Bucktail + flash (I use Sybai tinsel hair) Body: 3mm foam coloured with markers Eyes: flat tape eyes Coating: UV resin, epoxy or Loon Hard Head

A couple of quick shots of tailing triggerfish in Okinawa. Southern Japan has miles of flats and is probably one of the best kept secrets in saltwater fly fishing

Step by step instructions for Peter Mcleod's Gumby Crab. This crab is fairly easy to tie and works for all sorts of species. Adjust the keel weight and colours to suit the area you're fishing.  Follow me on twitter or instagram @flickinfeathers or head to patreon to support the channel https://www.patreon.com/flickingfeathers Check out Peter's site here http://www.aardvarkmcleod.com/ Materials used Hook: Gammakatsu SL11-3H Thread: Danvilles fat waxed nylon Hot spot: Flou orange chenille, estaz or egg yarn Eyes: Epoxy crab eyes Claws: Knotted chenille Legs: Silli legs Body: Crustacean brush Keel: Tungsen beads on 20lb hard mono Weedguard: Hard mono

Instructions for tying a triggerfish version of the classic Squimp.  This pattern has proven itself around the world for bonefish, but is also very effective for other species too. Follow me on instagram or twitter @flickinfeathers or head over to patreon https://www.patreon.com/flickingfeathers to support Flicking Feathers. Materials Used Hook: owner flyliner Thread: UTC 70 denier Weight: xs lead dumbbells Tail: craft fur Antenna: rubber legs Hackle: grizzly Body: flat braid Wing: craft fur Flash: crystal flash Legs: rubber legs Weedguard: 20lb mono UV resin

Step by step instructions for a fly that has quickly become a staple of the South Pacific's GT fisheries. Simple to tie and full of movement, the semper is a must in your box.  Follow me on instagram or twitter @flickinfeathers or head to Patreon to support  the channel https://www.patreon.com/flickingfeathers Materials Used Hook: Gamakatsu SL12 size 8/0 Thread: 210 denier flat waxed nylon Tail: Saddle hackles Collar: bucktail Body :Marabou Head: Schlappen UV resin/epoxy

Step by step instructions for a super heavy rattling clouser for super deep dredging.  Follow me on twitter or instagram @flickinfeathers for more fishing content or head over to patreon https://www.patreon.com/flickingfeathers to support the channel Materials Used Hook: 3/0-8/0 mustad jig hook Thread: 210 Danville's  Rattle:  Bass jig rattle Rattle mount: SIlver scales bddy tubing Weight: Eyeballz 1/4" or similar +0.035 lead wire Under body: Sybai sparkle hair Wing: Silver scales flash blend lateral line: flashabou Epoxy /UV resin

Step by step instructions for the GT poodle fly. This fly has proven effective on locations around the world and is sure to work for more than just GTs.  Follow me on twitter or instagram @flickinfeathers for more fishing content or head to Patreon https://www.patreon.com/flickingfeathers to support the channel Materials list Hook: Gamakatsu  SL12 or S10S-4H 6/0-8/0 Thread: 210 denier or 3/0 of your choice Body: kinky fiber, fuzzy fiber or similar synthetic Throat: Red Synthetic Eyes: 12mm Head: UV resin or epoxy