In this week’s episode of Tying Tuesdays, watch as Brady Laehr ties the Charlie Boy Hopper! Charlie Craven sure can build a fly. The Charlie Boy Hopper is no exception. This fly is 90% foam and the benefits from that are many. Not only is it easily shapeable to create the body you are looking for but it floats like a cork. This pattern is a summertime favorite for me as it stays high and dry all day with little curing needed. It holds up in fast water and will be a staple in your hopper dropper style rigs.
Charlie Boy Hopper recipe
- HookTMC 100 12 - 8
- ThreadDanville 140 Tan
- Body2mm Foam Tan
- WingBleached Elk Hair
- Under WingWeb WIng Tan
- LegsRound Rubber Barred Natural
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