We had every intention of showcasing a different tier every week, but when we found Mike Schmidt’s Mufasa we had to bring it to you. Tied with common materials and a Fish Skull for a head, this fly comes together quickly and looks fierce when finished. Fish it with quick strips on a sinking line and the fly comes alive in a way that really draws in the pigs. Brian Wise of FlyFishingtheOzarks ties this fly as only he can.
Here’s what you’ll need …
Back Hook
Hook: Gamakatsu B10s #2 Tail: Marabou Hackle: Schlappen, yellow & olive Body: Ice Dub, olive Legs: Crazy Legs Wing: Marabou, yellow Articulation Point: Beadalon, 19 strand 0.18″ Spacer: Glass Bead, size E (3) Front Hook
Hook: Gamakatsu B10s #2 Tail: Marabou Hackle: Schlappen, yellow & olive Body: Ice Dub, olive Legs: Crazy Legs Wing: Marabou, yellow Gills: Lazer Dub, red Rear Head: Lazer Dub, olive Head: Fish Skull, large Coppertone Epoxy: Clear Cure Goo, thick
Tight lines!
– The Black Gnats
The Black Gnats 