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Tarantula brush hoolligan crab

step by step instructions for a simple variation of my highly effective Hooligan Crab. This pattern like the original works well for triggerfish and other species but i a bit quicker and easier to tie. to support the channel and be eligible for future giveaways head to https://www.patreon.com/flickingfeathers twitter/instagram @flickinfeathers Materials Used Hook: Gamakatsu G-carp or ESP raptor Thread: Tan 6/0 Weight: lead dumbbells Tail/claws: Craft fur Flash: Crystal flash Eyes: Burnt mono dipped in epoxy Hot spot: Fluorescent ice dub Hackle: Soft variant cock hackle Body: EP tarantula brush Legs: Fly enhancer legs

Triggerfish Squimp

Instructions for tying a triggerfish version of the classic Squimp.  This pattern has proven itself around the world for bonefish, but is also very effective for other species too. Follow me on instagram or twitter @flickinfeathers or head over to patreon https://www.patreon.com/flickingfeathers to support Flicking Feathers. Materials Used Hook: owner flyliner Thread: UTC 70 denier Weight: xs lead dumbbells Tail: craft fur Antenna: rubber legs Hackle: grizzly Body: flat braid Wing: craft fur Flash: crystal flash Legs: rubber legs Weedguard: 20lb mono UV resin