Craven’s Two Bit Hooker

Description

Charlie Craven changes the game with another killer pattern, the Two Bit Hooker.  The goal of this pattern is to get the fly down into the zone as quick as possible.  It does just that with two smaller tungsten beads back to back instead of one that messes up the proportions of the fly.  Limiting the bulk with two smaller tungsten beads, enables this mayfly imitation to have a realistic, slendor and flashy profile.  The Two Bit Hooker is one of those flies that everyone must have in their arsenal, especially if you fish a lot of Baetis imitations.

Fishing Strategy:

The Two Bit Hooker is an exceptional Baetis imitation and is a great option as an attractor or used as a dropper in a tandem nymphing rig.  This Baetis imitation fishes well under a wide range of conditions but remains most effective during a (BWO) hatch.  The light is low and typically you will find the nymphs moving around the bottom to feed or relocate.  The best time to fish this pattern is in the Spring and Fall when trout are keying in on Baetis nymphs.

Recipe:

Hook: #14-18 Tiemco 921
Bead: Tungsten, Copper
Thread: Brown UTC 70 denier
Tail: Mottled Brown India Hen Back Fibers
Abdomen: Brown UTC 70 Denier
Rib: Black UTC 70 Denier
Wingcase: Medium Opal Mirage Tinsel
Thorax: Rusty Brown Superfine Dubbing
Legs: Mottled Brown India Hen Back Fibers
Body Coating: Clear Resin Finish