How to Tie the Po' Boy

How to Tie the Po' Boy fly tying video
SaltwaterSaltwaterMarch 24, 202013 min video

In this week’s episode of Tying Tuesdays, watch as Umpqua's Alec Gerbec ties his Po Boy! The name came naturally as everyday on the water we would bring a shrimp po’ boy along for lunch while fishing down in Louisiana. When I designed this fly I was in the middle of a trip down there and the guide for the day helped me make the decision on the fly name.

Prefer to read? Step-by-step write-up on the AvidMax blog.

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Po' Boy recipe

  • HookUmpqua 506H 2/0
  • ThreadUTC 210 Denier Black
  • EyesLarge Chartreuse Eyes
  • BodyBlack Polar Fiber
  • BodyPurple Craft Fur
  • LegsChicone's Crusher Legs
  • FlashCopper Ripple Ice Fiber

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