Favorite Hopper Pattern?

[Tarponjim]

This modified version of the Charlie Boy Hopper is the most durable and effective hopper I've ever fished. Its a very quick tie (body, wing, legs, 1, 2, 3.) Pretty realistic, floats great, and keeps going and going. See Charlies Fly Box for step by step tying instructions. I substitute the more visible, durable, and "natural looking" poly yarn for the wing. Wing probably isn't that important anyway, but the body is perfect, and doesn't move on the hook. You can also substitute your favorite different kind of legs too, and still use this body style.

I've recently used it successfully on some Oregon spring creeks, Flat Creek in Wyoming, and Silver Creek in Idaho. If those picky fish will eat it there, they'll eat it anywhere!
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