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I was very intrigued by this fly when Darian posted the picture in the bass forum. I set out to make a cross between my bass pattern, and the pig boat. Why? I dont know :lol: I like to tinker with patterns I guess :D
Here is the result. Criticism welcome.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v2...5/DSC04691.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v2...5/DSC04688.jpg
No criticism here, I can't wait to see the pictures of the bass you slay (figuratively speaking) with it. 8)
Jay,.... I think Adam posted the Pig Boat pic.... :oops: :oops:
Your fly looks like a good variation. Lotsa potential. Not being critical but my preference is for a thicker hackled (Saddle hackle and rubber hackle) fly. 8) 8)
If you're gonna try it out, I'd like to hear how it worked. Tinkering sure is addictive.... :D :D :D
Your variation looks nice. I think it'll slay some bass.
As far as the overall look of the fly. I would suggested a more webby (thicker) hackle like Darian suggested, and possibly a thicker chenille to match the thickness of the rabbit strip.
Good luck with the fly.
JAY,
I'm in Total agreement with Darian.. More Saddle hackle and More Rubber/Silicone Hackle on that Bad Boy...
My Rule of Thumb with Pig Boats is:
A:2 -3 Saddle hackles densely wrapped over the Body (Usually 2).
B:The rubber/Silicone Hackle Fibers should be Longer, extending some distance past the Hook Bend..and packed more Tightly around the Hook.. a Solid Collar of the Stuff....
Also, if you extend the Length of the Rubber/Silicone Hackle Fibers You'll Need to extend the Rabbit Strip's length abit as well...
Other then that, If those Local Bass don't Tear that Bad Boy to Shreds, call in a Tactical Airstrike on the Body of Water... :D :D
I'm gonna tye up afew myself and stash 'em in my "Bass Bag".....
Very good Lookin' Bass Fly!!!!!
DEAN ~
Are you going to name it the "JPig"!? :lol:
Kraig
The "JPig" sounds like a good name too me. :lol:
Good name for THE FLY!!!!!.... Still looing forward to a report on it'd use. 8) 8) 8)
Here is a link to tying instructions I found doing search. It looks like the jig part of a spinner bait. It lends itself to a lot of tweaking like Jbird is doing and looks like a fun thing to play with. I guess I'll have to mess with it a little. Hey Jay maybe we can incorporate those legs I have that seem to scare steelhead off in a flashy Jpig. :D
http://www.flyanglersonline.com/flyt...22006fotw.html
see bass section for report :D
jpigbird