In this fly tying video, Ben Baxter shows us how to tie the Bonefish Bitters, a legendary saltwater fly pattern from Umpqua Signature Tyer, Craig Matthews.
Matthews first developed the Bonefish Bitters pattern at Turneffe Flats Lodge in Belize, where it was intended to target big single bonefish and permit. After nearly 40 years, the Bonefish Bitters has proven to be an incredibly effective pattern for both species.
The fly is available in amber and olive. Amber is the most popular color for targeting bonefish, while the olive is a dynamite pattern for permit.
Check out the video as Ben gives us a step-by-step look at tying the Bonefish Bitters:
Materials List:
HOOK: Tiemco 811S (#6 - #8)
THREAD: Veevus 140 Power Thread (Olive)
EYES: Bead Chain Eyes (Medium)
HEAD: Loon UV Fly Finish (Thick)
LEGS: Sili Legs (Barred Olive)
UNDERWING: Z-Lon (Olive OR Ginger)
WING: All-Purpose Deer Hair (Natural)
If you are interested in tying this fly and need ALL of the materials, check out our new Fly Tying Material Kit for this fly. One click and all materials are sent your way.
Not up for the ty, but stoked to fish this fly? You can also purchase the Bonefish Bitters here.
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