Description
The Charlie Boy Hopper, created by renowned fly tyer Charlie Craven, is a highly effective terrestrial pattern known for its simplicity, durability, and exceptional buoyancy. This all-purpose hopper fly is designed to mimic grasshoppers and other large terrestrial insects that trout eagerly feed on during the summer and early fall. The foam construction ensures it floats high, even in fast currents, and its minimalistic design makes it easy to cast and versatile across a variety of waters. The Charlie Boy Hopper has become a reliable go-to fly for anglers targeting trout when terrestrial activity is high.
Pro Tip
Fish the Charlie Boy Hopper close to grassy banks, overhanging vegetation, or along undercut edges where grasshoppers are likely to fall into the water. Present it with a dead drift, and occasionally add a slight twitch to mimic a struggling insect. Pair it with a trailing nymph in a dry-dropper rig to cover both surface and subsurface feeders.
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Recipe
Hook: Standard dry fly hook, sizes 8-16, with a wide gape for better hook-ups Thread: Tan, yellow, or olive, 6/0 or 140 denier, for a clean and secure build Body: Foam in tan, olive, or yellow, 2mm thick, cut into strips and folded for a segmented appearance Underbody: Optional dubbing in matching colors for added texture and visual appeal Wing: Mottled turkey or synthetic wing material, tied flat over the body to mimic hopper wings Legs: Rubber legs in tan, yellow, or olive, tied on each side for lifelike movement Head: Foam folded forward to create a durable and realistic profile Sighter: Bright orange or white foam tied on top for enhanced visibility in fast or choppy water