FLY
Faux Silversides Minnow; a take on the Thunder Creek Minnow
Faux Silversides Minnow; a take on the Thunder Creek Minnow recipe
| Hook | Mustad S71SNP-DT, Size 2 |
|---|---|
| Thread | 210 Denier, White |
| Flanks | Silver Krystal Flash, Chartreuse Faux Bucktail, Black Barred Flashabou |
| Back | Olive Faux Bucktail |
| Belly | White Faux Bucktail |
| Gills | Red Marker |
| Eyes | Hareline Adhesive Eyes 3/16 Super Pearl |
| Head | UV Glue – Thin |
About this fly
Thunder Creek flies were developed by Keith Fulsher, a fly fisherman from Eastchester, New York. He began experimenting with these flies in the early 1970s, particularly testing them on Thunder Creek in northern Wisconsin. Fulsher aimed to create a series of imitative flies that accurately represented the form and coloration of local baitfish, leading to the development of a streamlined and effective design. The Thunder Creek series is characterized by its reversed bucktail style, where the bucktail is tied onto the hook shank in a way that the tips project forward, creating a substantial head that mimics the appearance of a minnow. This design allows for large eyes and a more realistic baitfish imitation. The flies typically use a combination of colors to represent the dorsal, midline, and belly of the baitfish.
What the Faux Silversides Minnow; a take on the Thunder Creek Minnow imitates
- Streamer / baitfish (adult)
Tied for: Redfish, Saltwater (general), Sea Trout
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