Congrats to Ben Silber for coming up with the winning name. This streamer will henceforth be called... The Whippet. Thanks to everyone who submitted a name. We had some really creative ideas. :-)
I am glad you advocate being creative. I got into a bit of an argument (which I am really not prone to doing often) on one the the fly tying Facebook groups a few days ago because they really got on to this newer tier who tried creating something new. I thought it actually looked really good and had done his research on a bug in his area, but they were all like, "Eh, you have to spend 10 years tying established flies before you start experimenting!" I really hate social media sometimes. I don't know why people have to be Statler and Waldorf trolls all the times. I usually try to ignore social media trolls like that, but got sucked into that one because it really bothered me. Yes, you need to learn good habits and basic techniques, but I have actually learned the most when I have experimented to see what works and does not. Having gone on that rant (sorry), I like this fly. I need to experiment more with synthetic furs. I have not used a whole lot, usually because I have copious amounts of real fur. How does that fur work in the water? Does it get water logged? Sometimes synthetics act weirdly when they get into the water.
I agree Ryan! Learn the basics and tie up anything you want. I took pictures of perch when just starting and then tied up some big flies with stuff on my bench that matched colors and caught some great largemouth on first time out. Local flyshop owner said that is exactly what its about. He actually copied and sells some of my creations. Good fishing to you! 👍🎣
Great comment Ryan. I'm with you 100% here. I would never have an issue with a new tier trying anything they wanted to try. And of course there are purists out there who look down on us for using foam and rubber legs too. I can see their point (to an extent), as I can't bring myself to use Lively Legz, but for any tier out there who wants to, I say go for it. And about needing to learn good habits before experimenting, well sure, but you can learn a lot about what not to do by experimenting and trying things that don't work. I remember trying to tie some #18 Adams when I first started and wondering why my bodies were bulky and the heads looked like crap. Well I was using a 210 denier thread! That's a lesson I learned by tying a bunch of crappy flies. :-) If I had RUclips back then, I might have become a better tier a lot quicker!
Sometimes you find out what NOT to do by experimenting. For instance, my sister in law gave me some craft eyes, and I found out they don't work well in bucktail streamers. (They were hollow googly eyes, so it was kind of hard for the fly to dive...DUH...LOL) So, I've decided to use them on frogs and poppers, lesson learned!
Cecil- you and Layton came up with the exact same name at the same time! He may have gotten his in a minute before you. I'll put you down for the Bearded Stinker. :-)
The color combinations for this fly are endless. Craft fur is also available at Jo-Ann fabrics if the other stores aren't in your town. As far as a name I'm thinking "Cheapskate" 'cause it doesn't cost much to tie. Keep the good stuff coming Matt.
That's great to know! My Michael's and Hobby Lobby only has craft fur in the basics: brown, black and white, and sometimes funky leopard skin patterns. I'll have to check out Jo Ann's. And the Cheapskate. Good name; it's on the list. :-)
Love the fly Matt! I’ve realized the fish don’t care what it’s made of. If you make it look and move like a meal..you will catch fish! Thanks as always! 👍🎣
This is a great series! I don't have any local fly shops, so sometimes a trip to Michael's, Hobby Lobby, or a thrift store will give me some if the materials I need for fly tyimg.
Yep, you can get lots of stuff for tying nymphs, wets and streamers from craft and hobby stores. Not so much good hackle you need for dry flies though. Maybe some cork for panfish poppers. But you may have to carve them to shape yourself.
I know, I really wish we could get weight at a craft store! I did find some wire that is used for necklaces and bracelets, but it's a bit thick for using as a rib. Maybe something like doorbell wire from a Home Depot could work. I'll have to do some more experimenting. :-)
Just recently got into fly fishing and I'm already wanting to start tying because of your videos. "Crafty Shiner" seems like a pretty apt name to me. Thanks for doing what you do!
Matt that looks like a yellow bellied minnow. I seen those at Roosevelt lake. Here in Arizona they might be baby yellow bass. Nice fly love love love your content and creativity
I know this is after the fact. But it’s still fun trying to think of a name for this fly. The Michael’s Minnow The Hobby Hustler The Commercial Creature Yes I’m 63 going on 12. 🤷♂️ Seriously it makes a great looking fly. A great learning experience, without using up quality materials. Thanks for sharing the idea. I’ll definitely give this a try.
Oh, I like it Jim! It does resemble a pinstripe. And when I think of cool names, I ask myself if this fly ever became popular, how would the name sound in a book a hundred years from now? I could see Michael's Pinstripe being listed in a tying book years from now. Kind of cool. :-)
Great video - thanks Matt. As a newcomer to this one of my challenges watching yours and others videos is keeping up with the enormous range of materials required. Every pattern seems to need something new. I appreciate materials will build up with time but if starting from zero it’s a bit frustrating to have to order new materials every time I tie something new. Would be great if for each pattern you could give some regularly used alternatives. Especially interested in synthetics etc which seem to be a bit cheaper. ATB Warren
Warren, thanks for the kind words. And this is a great comment. If you have this question, lots of other people probably do as well. I'll make it a point to try and note alternate materials during my ties. But even better, you've given me an idea for a video that could help other new tiers. Maybe a tutorial that is all about substitutions. I'm not sure I've seen one about that before. It'll take some research, but I think it would be worth making. Thanks for the note and the inspiration!
@@SavageFlies Matt, one more thought on this and possibly another episode. What are the say 20 key materials every tier should have to get started. I’m building up from each one I tie but would be easier if I could get a load of stuff in i know im going to use. I know there are starter kits out there but I’ve been told that they are often poor quality or have a ton of stuff you won’t use. Hope that’s of interest.
Oh man, I love it Joe! You're the first one to come up with something zebra. It reminded me of a skunk, but now that you mention zebra, I think that's even better!
The "Sleak Savage" is how I will think of it. If you refrain from attaching your name, then the "Sleak Slayer". Looks like a great foundation for me to use for building skill with less expensive material.
Absolutely Ralph! And Hareline makes all the colors of craft fur, but they're not quite as cheap as what you can pick up from a craft store. Thanks for the note!
Have you had a chance to try and fish it yet? If so, how did it do? I also saw your comment about fishing the Piney River near Sperryville. One of my great regrets was not fishing more when I lived in the DC area. I'm making up for it here in the other Washington!
I have not Tom... I do keep on fly box of "experimental" patterns with me, to break out when I'm feeling adventurous. I keep a bunch of flies that I've tied for the channel but haven't fished yet. And the box has grown to be bigger than I have time to use. Maybe someday I'll get to more of them. :-)
I like it. I can see using different colors to adapt to salt water. Also for still water bass fishing. Thanks I do enjoy using materials from craft stores. #THE BEARDED O’NEAL STREAMER
Oh yeah Richard, bigger hooks, and some bright yellows and blues would make this a cool saltwater fly. One issue though is so far I'm only found craft fur in white, black, brown, and then funky things like leopard prints. And I like "the Bearded Streamer." It's on the list. :-)
I really like this cf streamer. I’ve become a craft fur lover for some flies. BTW how can I send you some pics of some of my flies with various colors?
Nice one Jim! I'm putting the shorter version on the list. The Golden Yellow Beard. Maybe we should come up with a series of flies with pirate names. The Blackbeard, Redbeard, Greybeard, and a Black Bart. I need to learn some more pirates!
You got it Tony! I just put it on my to-do list. I've never tied with EP fibers as I always had the impression they were mostly used for saltwater, but I think we can make some freshwater baitfish patterns with them. I'll add a few to my next order. :-)
Nice job. How about a Craftybaiter... I recently read a book by Jay "Fishy" Fullum thats entirely about using household materials for flies that can provide a lot of interesting ideas.
Oh, I like it! But wait, what book are you talking about?? I know of Fishy Fullum, but am not familiar with this book. And I love picking up new tying books. :-)
@@SavageFlies It looks like it is out of print, but available in electronic format. I downloaded it from my local library and then wanted to purchase a hard copy, but not willing to pay the apparent "vintage" price. I'll keep my eye open on the used book market. www.amazon.com/Tying-Common-Household-Materials-Tyer-ebook/dp/B006MCG0CM
Mickey I think would be a good name.Great intro Matt a good looking shirt too.My grand daughter has spent the summer with us.Have u got the same address u had for the fly contest.Cloie has tied all of your flies from April till today she wants to send them to you.Thanks Matt for for you do.
Ken, this would be amazing, and such a wonderful gift! You could use the PO Box but I don't check that very often. I'll email you my main address. Tell Cloie I would love to see these flies and will come up with some nice way to display them- maybe a new shadow box. :-)
One other question- is the "highrocktower" email the best one for you? That is what I had been using earlier. If that's not the best one, send me a note to matt@savageflies.com and I'll change it.
I've thought of trying that too Ralph, but I do think they would only work on some pretty big flies. I might have to give it a shot and see what comes of it. Thanks for the idea. :-)
@@SavageFlies I emailed some photos today showing successful use of tinsel pipe cleaners on flies to catch small brook trout. Material combines flash and bristly texture. Thanks for the encouragement to experiment with non conventional materials.
Simple Shiner? I like the comments about a video on alternative materials. We can spend a small (or maybe a large?) fortune accumulating materials or worse, drive ourselves nuts trying to find a highly specific material for a fly (Ex: female Hendrickson specifies dubbing from a urine-stained female fox fur.) when pink dyed rabbit dubbing would work just fine. The important thing is to use a material suitable for the fly action &/or the visual impression you are trying to create.
I agree Bob, we do get wrapped around the axle trying to find original materials too often. And you know what I think? Some of these old time patterns use the materials they do because that's what the guy who created it had on hand. Making a "suitable substitute material" video is going to take some thinking, but I do think it will be a good one. Thanks for the note. (And BTW, I'm getting out on the river tomorrow. Heading over to Piney River near Sperryville, VA. Will be my first time there. :-) )
Oh, I love it! But I think we would need a yellow/black/yellow color scheme. Now THAT could be a memorable fly. Now you've got me thinking... okay, this fly isn't going to be the Banana Split, but I am definitely going to make one up and call it that. Oh yeah, this will be cool. Ohhh! How about we come up with a flashy steelhead fly and name it that? That's it. The next big fly in the steelhead game is going to be the Banana Split. :-)
@@SavageFlies m can be for Matt or michaels. 3- the fur strips from the craft fur. 5-each addition of the materials added to the fly. I’m still thinking of the 0- an afterthought might be to drop the 0 and consider M- 35. It works for me since it considers the 3 steps for craft fur, 1- step to add the yarn body, 1 - step to add the Maribou. I didn’t consider the lead. Anyway I thought the catchy name was practical.
@@edherrmann182 Okay, I'm getting it. I like the M-35 best. It reminds me of the old firecrackers called M-80s. Now I'll bet somebody, somewhere has named a fly the M-80. :-)
@@SavageFlies ok Matt, I think I got it for your m-80. 8 materials on an articulated streamer or nymph. It could be both unique and super practical. D-ribbed and tinsel with silly legs or lively legs and a bead or two tied into the body using articulation wire. Craft fur animal dubbing, and feathers used as hackle and tailing. What an explosive masterpiece!
That is a great name for a fly Tim! But I had to look up what an alewife was. Apparently some kind of herring or shad. That thing is huge! Is it really used as a baitfish up there? I'd love to see what would eat a 10-inch alewife. :-)
@@SavageFlies the majority of alwifes in this lake are 3-6 inches there is one area in the lake with big browns but the bass and stripers go nut over them.
Congrats to Ben Silber for coming up with the winning name. This streamer will henceforth be called... The Whippet. Thanks to everyone who submitted a name. We had some really creative ideas. :-)
I am glad you advocate being creative. I got into a bit of an argument (which I am really not prone to doing often) on one the the fly tying Facebook groups a few days ago because they really got on to this newer tier who tried creating something new. I thought it actually looked really good and had done his research on a bug in his area, but they were all like, "Eh, you have to spend 10 years tying established flies before you start experimenting!" I really hate social media sometimes. I don't know why people have to be Statler and Waldorf trolls all the times. I usually try to ignore social media trolls like that, but got sucked into that one because it really bothered me. Yes, you need to learn good habits and basic techniques, but I have actually learned the most when I have experimented to see what works and does not.
Having gone on that rant (sorry), I like this fly. I need to experiment more with synthetic furs. I have not used a whole lot, usually because I have copious amounts of real fur. How does that fur work in the water? Does it get water logged? Sometimes synthetics act weirdly when they get into the water.
I agree Ryan! Learn the basics and tie up anything you want. I took pictures of perch when just starting and then tied up some big flies with stuff on my bench that matched colors and caught some great largemouth on first time out. Local flyshop owner said that is exactly what its about. He actually copied and sells some of my creations. Good fishing to you! 👍🎣
Great comment Ryan. I'm with you 100% here. I would never have an issue with a new tier trying anything they wanted to try. And of course there are purists out there who look down on us for using foam and rubber legs too. I can see their point (to an extent), as I can't bring myself to use Lively Legz, but for any tier out there who wants to, I say go for it. And about needing to learn good habits before experimenting, well sure, but you can learn a lot about what not to do by experimenting and trying things that don't work. I remember trying to tie some #18 Adams when I first started and wondering why my bodies were bulky and the heads looked like crap. Well I was using a 210 denier thread! That's a lesson I learned by tying a bunch of crappy flies. :-) If I had RUclips back then, I might have become a better tier a lot quicker!
@@SavageFlies I have to admit I was afraid to Google what a Lovely Legz was 😆
Sometimes you find out what NOT to do by experimenting. For instance, my sister in law gave me some craft eyes, and I found out they don't work well in bucktail streamers. (They were hollow googly eyes, so it was kind of hard for the fly to dive...DUH...LOL) So, I've decided to use them on frogs and poppers, lesson learned!
Nice tie Matt. " Bearded Skunk " lol
Nice one! A few have mentioned a beard, and a few have said skunk, but nobody has put the two together yet. It's on the list. :-)
Great looking fly, The Savage Darter...
Oh, I like it Lee! Simple and easy to say. And tells exactly what it is. It's on the list. :-)
I would call it the Bearded skunk streamer. Or The bearded stinker streamer. Very nicely done and creative. Thanks for sharing
Cecil- you and Layton came up with the exact same name at the same time! He may have gotten his in a minute before you. I'll put you down for the Bearded Stinker. :-)
I enjoy these craft store fly videos. It’s fun to read all the names submitted. Congrats to Ben for the winning name.
Nice one Matt. It looks sleek and fast you should call it " Full Streamer Ahead". lol.
Oh, this is clever Cephas! I like it. (I'm a former sailor so this has meaning to me too.) It's on the list. :-)
Definitely add some eyes to that puppy!
The color combinations for this fly are endless. Craft fur is also available at Jo-Ann fabrics if the other stores aren't in your town. As far as a name I'm thinking "Cheapskate" 'cause it doesn't cost much to tie. Keep the good stuff coming Matt.
That's great to know! My Michael's and Hobby Lobby only has craft fur in the basics: brown, black and white, and sometimes funky leopard skin patterns. I'll have to check out Jo Ann's. And the Cheapskate. Good name; it's on the list. :-)
I have to tie this one for my bass fly streamer arsenal. Thank you for showing a craft fur selection. You’re the Best!
Nice fly Matt. Thinking “Matt’s Savage Minnow”. Thanks for the video as always.
Oh that's a good one Jon. It's on the list!
Great looking fly Matt I think you should call it The magic carpet being synthetic and all 😀
That's excellent Colin! I've never heard of a fly called the Magic Carpet so this is indeed original. Nice one. :-)
Love the fly Matt! I’ve realized the fish don’t care what it’s made of. If you make it look and move like a meal..you will catch fish! Thanks as always! 👍🎣
You got that right Charlie! And sometimes the big territorial fish will smash a fly whether it looks like a meal or not. :-)
@@SavageFlies That’s a great point! 👌
Great use of craft store materials. Thanks for the post, Matt.
You bet Todd; appreciate you watching. :-)
This is a great series! I don't have any local fly shops, so sometimes a trip to Michael's, Hobby Lobby, or a thrift store will give me some if the materials I need for fly tyimg.
Yep, you can get lots of stuff for tying nymphs, wets and streamers from craft and hobby stores. Not so much good hackle you need for dry flies though. Maybe some cork for panfish poppers. But you may have to carve them to shape yourself.
That is a cool looking streamer
And yes I think it will catch a lot of fish
Thanks for the video Matt
Appreciate it Dave!
Think you so much for getting back to this series. Very helpful for me.
Too bad you can't get the weight from the craft store.
I know, I really wish we could get weight at a craft store! I did find some wire that is used for necklaces and bracelets, but it's a bit thick for using as a rib. Maybe something like doorbell wire from a Home Depot could work. I'll have to do some more experimenting. :-)
@@SavageFlies I picked some of that up but haven't experimented with wire or weight yet. What about twist ties from bread, too small?
@@dgs.creates Interesting idea, and the twist ties from bread could be the right size, but it might be a pain to strip off the plastic!
Love this series Matt. I would call it the Yellowbeard Savage
I like it Chad! I'm about to pick a winner. Will have to go run the top few by my kids first. :-)
Crafty Mary. 😀. Nice streamer Matt. I really need to do more creations too.
I like it Clyde! The Crafty Mary is on the list. :-)
Just recently got into fly fishing and I'm already wanting to start tying because of your videos.
"Crafty Shiner" seems like a pretty apt name to me. Thanks for doing what you do!
Outstanding to hear my friend, and welcome! And I like the name. Crafty Shiner is on the list. :-)
That white craft might be a good sub for bucktail in feather winged streamers. I'll try it sometime. Thanks!
Good idea! You could certainly get away with using fewer fibers if you used it instead of bucktail.
Nice looking pattern Matt.call it the savage minnow!! Keep up the awesome work matt.thanks matt.tight lines!!
I like it Mike! Simple and straightforward. :-)
Sweet looking streamer the Savage shark 🦈
Oh nice! I've got it on the list Mark. :-)
Very awesome Matt. Jo Ann Fabrics & Fly Shop.
Thanks man! Now I haven't been exploring a Jo Ann's Fabrics in a while. I might have to stop in my local one soon. :-)
Matt that looks like a yellow bellied minnow. I seen those at Roosevelt lake. Here in Arizona they might be baby yellow bass. Nice fly love love love your content and creativity
Hugo- this is awesome! Is there really such a fish as the yellow bellied minnow? Either way, I like the name. It's on the list. :-)
@@SavageFlies we, call them that. It might be a baby carp. eitner way! I love this fly I can’t wait to tie up a few a test run them. Thanks again!
Really appreciate your videos and your passion to further the craft of fly tying. I suggest the streamer be named THE CREEK CHUB.
Thanks Wayne! I like Creek Chub. Simple and straightforward. :-)
I know this is after the fact. But it’s still fun trying to think of a name for this fly.
The Michael’s Minnow
The Hobby Hustler
The Commercial Creature
Yes I’m 63 going on 12. 🤷♂️
Seriously it makes a great looking fly. A great learning experience, without using up quality materials. Thanks for sharing the idea. I’ll definitely give this a try.
Morning Matt. Fun ty.
Thank you! :-)
I would call it the whippet
Oh, nice one Ben. As in the dog! It does look kind of sleek and fast. Great choice. It's on the list. :-)
Congrats Ben, your name is the winner! Drop me an email and I'll get the J. Stockard gift certificate to you. (matt@savageflies.com)
@@SavageFlies And you complete the fly with a WHIP finish!
That's a good looking streamer, Matt. I'd call it the "Michael's Pinstripe."
Oh, I like it Jim! It does resemble a pinstripe. And when I think of cool names, I ask myself if this fly ever became popular, how would the name sound in a book a hundred years from now? I could see Michael's Pinstripe being listed in a tying book years from now. Kind of cool. :-)
The Mustard Skunk. 😀
Oh, nice one Mark! You're the first to mention skunk, which it reminds me of too. :-)
I think the savage shiner sounds good
Oh, I like that one David! It's on the list. :-)
Wow it looks great thanks
Thanks Marty!
Great video - thanks Matt. As a newcomer to this one of my challenges watching yours and others videos is keeping up with the enormous range of materials required. Every pattern seems to need something new. I appreciate materials will build up with time but if starting from zero it’s a bit frustrating to have to order new materials every time I tie something new.
Would be great if for each pattern you could give some regularly used alternatives. Especially interested in synthetics etc which seem to be a bit cheaper.
ATB
Warren
Warren, thanks for the kind words. And this is a great comment. If you have this question, lots of other people probably do as well. I'll make it a point to try and note alternate materials during my ties. But even better, you've given me an idea for a video that could help other new tiers. Maybe a tutorial that is all about substitutions. I'm not sure I've seen one about that before. It'll take some research, but I think it would be worth making. Thanks for the note and the inspiration!
@@SavageFlies I would really appreciate that, thank you.
@@SavageFlies Matt, one more thought on this and possibly another episode. What are the say 20 key materials every tier should have to get started. I’m building up from each one I tie but would be easier if I could get a load of stuff in i know im going to use. I know there are starter kits out there but I’ve been told that they are often poor quality or have a ton of stuff you won’t use. Hope that’s of interest.
Nice fly Matt. Muddy Zebra.
Oh man, I love it Joe! You're the first one to come up with something zebra. It reminded me of a skunk, but now that you mention zebra, I think that's even better!
@@SavageFlies :o)
The "Sleak Savage" is how I will think of it. If you refrain from attaching your name, then the "Sleak Slayer". Looks like a great foundation for me to use for building skill with less expensive material.
Absolutely Ralph! And Hareline makes all the colors of craft fur, but they're not quite as cheap as what you can pick up from a craft store. Thanks for the note!
Have you had a chance to try and fish it yet? If so, how did it do? I also saw your comment about fishing the Piney River near Sperryville. One of my great regrets was not fishing more when I lived in the DC area. I'm making up for it here in the other Washington!
I have not Tom... I do keep on fly box of "experimental" patterns with me, to break out when I'm feeling adventurous. I keep a bunch of flies that I've tied for the channel but haven't fished yet. And the box has grown to be bigger than I have time to use. Maybe someday I'll get to more of them. :-)
I like it. I can see using different colors to adapt to salt water. Also for still water bass fishing. Thanks I do enjoy using materials from craft stores. #THE BEARDED O’NEAL STREAMER
Oh yeah Richard, bigger hooks, and some bright yellows and blues would make this a cool saltwater fly. One issue though is so far I'm only found craft fur in white, black, brown, and then funky things like leopard prints. And I like "the Bearded Streamer." It's on the list. :-)
Call it, "The 3 Way Streamer," of course.
Ive been calling flies by that name for years.
Tail body hackle.... 1-2-3... "Three Way." LOL
David
Yep, and you were the one who gave me the idea! We can make 3-way flies of any flavor-- nymphs, wets, dries, and of course streamers too. :-)
great streamer matt see ya joe
I really like this cf streamer. I’ve become a craft fur lover for some flies. BTW how can I send you some pics of some of my flies with various colors?
The golden yellow beard sculpin yes that’s what I think😉 or for short The Golden Yellow Beard 🧐
Nice one Jim! I'm putting the shorter version on the list. The Golden Yellow Beard. Maybe we should come up with a series of flies with pirate names. The Blackbeard, Redbeard, Greybeard, and a Black Bart. I need to learn some more pirates!
@@SavageFlies Arrrrrg, shiver me timbers matey🤣🤣🤣
Looks good I would like to see you do a streamer with E P fibers
You got it Tony! I just put it on my to-do list. I've never tied with EP fibers as I always had the impression they were mostly used for saltwater, but I think we can make some freshwater baitfish patterns with them. I'll add a few to my next order. :-)
@@SavageFlies thanks I have tried some salt water flies with the E P fiber and have yet to produce a fishable fly
Good looking fly Matt.# TheMattanator
I like it Karl! It's on the list. :-)
Nice job. How about a Craftybaiter... I recently read a book by Jay "Fishy" Fullum thats entirely about using household materials for flies that can provide a lot of interesting ideas.
Oh, I like it! But wait, what book are you talking about?? I know of Fishy Fullum, but am not familiar with this book. And I love picking up new tying books. :-)
@@SavageFlies It looks like it is out of print, but available in electronic format. I downloaded it from my local library and then wanted to purchase a hard copy, but not willing to pay the apparent "vintage" price. I'll keep my eye open on the used book market. www.amazon.com/Tying-Common-Household-Materials-Tyer-ebook/dp/B006MCG0CM
Looks nice and reminds me of the singer Sia. Sia streamer?
Sounds cool Paul, but by singer, do you mean someone who sings songs? If so, I've never heard of Sia. Will have to look her up. :-)
Morning MATT ✨🎣💫
And now good evening to you! :-)
Sleep 😴 Well Matt 🙏🏻
Mickey I think would be a good name.Great intro Matt a good looking shirt too.My grand daughter has spent the summer with us.Have u got the same address u had for the fly contest.Cloie has tied all of your flies from April till today she wants to send them to you.Thanks Matt for for you do.
Ken, this would be amazing, and such a wonderful gift! You could use the PO Box but I don't check that very often. I'll email you my main address. Tell Cloie I would love to see these flies and will come up with some nice way to display them- maybe a new shadow box. :-)
One other question- is the "highrocktower" email the best one for you? That is what I had been using earlier. If that's not the best one, send me a note to matt@savageflies.com and I'll change it.
@@SavageFlies epsieblaine@gmail.com I was getting junk mail at the old address. Ken and Linda
@@SavageFlies Matt these are not framing flies.They look great for a 12 year girl.
Let's call it Savage CFS!
Nice one Al! CFS for Craft Fur Streamer says it all. :-)
Speaking of craft materials, any reason not to use pipe cleaners for dubbing? There are some with reflective material that seem intriguing.
I've thought of trying that too Ralph, but I do think they would only work on some pretty big flies. I might have to give it a shot and see what comes of it. Thanks for the idea. :-)
@@SavageFlies I emailed some photos today showing successful use of tinsel pipe cleaners on flies to catch small brook trout. Material combines flash and bristly texture. Thanks for the encouragement to experiment with non conventional materials.
Excellent Ralph! I'll check them out in the morning. 👍
Simple Shiner?
I like the comments about a video on alternative materials. We can spend a small (or maybe a large?) fortune accumulating materials or worse, drive ourselves nuts trying to find a highly specific material for a fly (Ex: female Hendrickson specifies dubbing from a urine-stained female fox fur.) when pink dyed rabbit dubbing would work just fine.
The important thing is to use a material suitable for the fly action &/or the visual impression you are trying to create.
I agree Bob, we do get wrapped around the axle trying to find original materials too often. And you know what I think? Some of these old time patterns use the materials they do because that's what the guy who created it had on hand. Making a "suitable substitute material" video is going to take some thinking, but I do think it will be a good one. Thanks for the note. (And BTW, I'm getting out on the river tomorrow. Heading over to Piney River near Sperryville, VA. Will be my first time there. :-) )
@@SavageFlies Best wishes for success on your fishing trip!
Awesome fly. How about "The El Cheapo" for the name? Or the "Crafty" or "The crafty fly? And last, but not least, the "Crafter" fly.
Good choices Kyle. Lots of people are coming up with something "crafty" in the name. But I kind of dig the "El Cheapo" idea. It's on the list. :-)
Banana 🍌 Split - Streamer
Oh, I love it! But I think we would need a yellow/black/yellow color scheme. Now THAT could be a memorable fly. Now you've got me thinking... okay, this fly isn't going to be the Banana Split, but I am definitely going to make one up and call it that. Oh yeah, this will be cool. Ohhh! How about we come up with a flashy steelhead fly and name it that? That's it. The next big fly in the steelhead game is going to be the Banana Split. :-)
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Clever John! I like it. :-)
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interesting streamer, how about a "A Savage turn on Michaels" thanks Matt
That's a clever one Lee! It's on the list. :-)
Nice looking streamer. Certainly called: O'Neal's Pepe Le Pew Streamer.
Oh, great one Matthew! A few others have mentioned a skunk, but nobody has taken it to that level. I love Pepe Le Pew. It's on the list. :-)
Nice fly, wonder how it will catch. How about the name of “Reverse Oreo”
That's clever Steve; I like it!
Let's keep it simple the CS streamer. ( craft store).
Yep, simple and classic. Something like this just might win Paul. I like it. :-)
O’Neal’s Bearded Special
Nice one Matt; it's on the list!
Good looking fly. How about "Crafty Streamer"
Clever and simple James; I like it!
Can you make another one?
I love fly fishing!! Thanks for showing me how to make our own dubbing...saved me alot of my money. And this fly😂😂
You bet my friend; appreciate you watching. :-)
Call it the Savage Pepé Minnow
Ha! That's a mouthful but I like it. :-)
The Craftsman
Oh man, this is a classic name. Reminiscent of the old Sears tools. I like it!
Nice tie ! Call it the M-350
Okay Ed, I've got to ask. What does the M-350 stand for??
@@SavageFlies m can be for Matt or michaels. 3- the fur strips from the craft fur. 5-each addition of the materials added to the fly. I’m still thinking of the 0- an afterthought might be to drop the 0 and consider M- 35. It works for me since it considers the 3 steps for craft fur, 1- step to add the yarn body, 1 - step to add the Maribou. I didn’t consider the lead. Anyway I thought the catchy name was practical.
@@edherrmann182 Okay, I'm getting it. I like the M-35 best. It reminds me of the old firecrackers called M-80s. Now I'll bet somebody, somewhere has named a fly the M-80. :-)
@@SavageFlies I’m not sure about the m-80 but maybe if it’s not taken that can be another Matt creation.
@@SavageFlies ok Matt, I think I got it for your m-80. 8 materials on an articulated streamer or nymph. It could be both unique and super practical. D-ribbed and tinsel with silly legs or lively legs and a bead or two tied into the body using articulation wire. Craft fur animal dubbing, and feathers used as hackle and tailing. What an explosive masterpiece!
I’m not good in naming but I believe it’s about time to start referring you. My pick is: Matt streamer #CS1. Streamer craft store #1. :)
Ok Felipe, I kind of like this one! We'll shorten it to Matt's CS1. It's on the list. :-)
You should call it the Michaels minnow
Oh, nice one Brick Bro! I like the alliteration. :-)
Cool fly, how about a crafty skunk
Excellent Thomas! I think you're the third one to mention skunk, but that's exactly what I thought of too. It's on the list. :-)
how about crafty alewife it looks a little like alewifes we have here at lake walenpaupack
That is a great name for a fly Tim! But I had to look up what an alewife was. Apparently some kind of herring or shad. That thing is huge! Is it really used as a baitfish up there? I'd love to see what would eat a 10-inch alewife. :-)
@@SavageFlies the majority of alwifes in this lake are 3-6 inches there is one area in the lake with big browns but the bass and stripers go nut over them.
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How about “Matt’s Three Material”?
Nice one MIchael! You're the first to mention the three material concept. I like it!
How about Matt’s “Hobby Lobby Special”
Cool one Mike; it's on the list. :-)
Savage skunk?
I like it Klyer! It's on the list. :-)
How bout .... Robert Kraft Fur Streamer ... or Brady Bunch Streamer?
I'm not sure I get the reference to Robert Kraft, but I do remember the Brady Bunch. It's on the list Keith. :-)
Craftfurfly.
This is actually pretty clever. :-)
How about … three peat sync
Nice one Stone! It's on the list. :-)
Crafty Savage - I Agee with one of your viewers, eyes would definitely work.
Yep, I think you're right my friend!