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Paul Beck our club photographer came from behind the camera to tie for the club in October. Paul tied up three patterns which have been great producers for Paul in the last few years. HAFFT thanks Paul for his efforts.
The three patterns share two features. The are big and they have have good motion in the water. For pike the size is often critical and large pike will seldom hit a fly that does not appear to be a worthwhile dinner. Luckily, larger flies do not seem to dissuade small fish. The problem with large flies is always there castability and the three patterns shown below are relatively easy to cast particularly if you have a 9 wt rod and forward taper line. The Yak Attack is Paul's own creation while the Pike Leech is similar to other rabbit strip flies. The Popper-Head Pike Leech can keep the fly over weeds if fished dry or, if it is fished with a sinking line, can be given a seductive undulating motion because the popper head goes towards the surface after every strip.
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Bunny Leech
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Popper-Head Bunny Leech
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Yak Attack
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The relative size of the pike flies is illustrated in the picture. The Yak Attack is the big winner in the size derby at about 30 cm (12"). By adding a popper head the leech fly is extended to about 20 cm (8").
The size is a bit deceiving since the Yak Attack is far easier to cast than a soaked leech fly. The wet bunny strip is not wind resistant but is very heavy. The Yak Attack is neither wind resistant or heavy and does not gain weight when wet. |
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Updated November 25, 2003