Articulated Complex Twist Bugger
Cheech - February, 2015
Ihave to say that it's pretty rewarding to see all of our followers posting their successes with
Complex Twist Buggers (CTB). That technique has become more of a mainstay on my desk, and I have even modified some of my other patterns to incorporate that body style. Shortly after I tied the original CTB I whipped up an articulated version with a much bulkier front half, and the results have been pretty good! Instead of schlappen I decided to put a full plume of marabou into the loop. I thought that the fibers would bind up something fierce, but after a slight tease with my trusty metal comb, the marabou spun up and wrapped up the shank just right. Because of the number of materials used in this fly it's quite possible to make some insane color combinations to match the local forage. Spin these up and post your results on our social media feeds.
~ Cheech
- Hook: Daiichi 2461 - Long Shank Streamer Hook - 1/0
- Hook: Daiichi 2461 - Long Shank Streamer Hook - 1
- Thread: UTC Ultrathread 140 Denier - Tan
- Cone: Brass Cone Heads - Fl. Pearl White - Large (1/4")
- Weight: Lead Wire Spool - .020
- Tail: Hare's Mask - Grade #1 - Natural
- Tail/Body: Fish Hunter Premium Strung Marabou - Tan
- Body: Solid and Krystal Tinsel Chenille - Gold
- Body: UV Polar Chenille - Gold
- Body: Fish Hunter Select Schlappen - Tan
- Collar: Ice Dub - UV Tan
- Wire: Senyo Intruder Trailer Hook Wire - Black - Regular
- Bead: 3D Articulation Beads - Gold
- Tools Used: Loon Gator Grip Dubbing Spinner, Stonfo Comb/Brush Tool,
