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The Scruff


 The Scruff is a super simple pattern that is a staple in my carp box. Tie it in natural tones, with a hot spot or, as I'm doing here, in all fluoro colours. The bright flies really come into their own in winter as the carp slow down and lose some visual acuity as the water drops towards freezing.

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