Claret bumble...........Not !

Englander · #1 (**permalink**) 21-09-2009, 07:11 PM

Hi Guys

Heres my first crack at the Claret bumble Not very happy

yes i know i used red instead of claret just couldnt get any ! Although it doesnt look as "red" in real light.

Heads way to bulky, not sure if the hackles too long ? or too thick ?

I shall fish these till i can get some claret hackles.

Tips welcome .............................

Scratch · #2 (**permalink**) 21-09-2009, 07:15 PM

I like that alot mate. Wouldn't change a thing.

Englander · #3 (**permalink**) 21-09-2009, 07:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Scratch

I like that alot mate. Wouldn't change a thing.

Really Scratch

But could i call it a Claret bumble ?

To be honest its the first time i used jay for a head hackle had trouble with it bulking up ?

Scratch · #4 (**permalink**) 21-09-2009, 07:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Englander

Really Scratch

But could i call it a Claret bumble ?

No, you couldn't call it a Claret Bumble.. coz it isn't one! It's a lovely tie though whatever you decide to call it.

I like the spread of the Jay, and it doesn't looked too bulked up to me. It's only a matter of tying up a few more before you get the hang of finishing off all those seperate components with minimal bulk.

Brook · #5 (**permalink**) 21-09-2009, 07:43 PM

Englander,
That is one nice bummble,might try some myself.
What brand of hackle are you using may I ask.
I also really like your skinny Kate,but can't believe you cant catch on the flouro green tailed version,try it next April.
Thanks for making the effort to post those flies.
Cheers Kev.

hobble · #6 (**permalink**) 21-09-2009, 07:54 PM

Bit like a snatcher to me,

hackles bit 2 long but wud work on a irish lough in a good wave no probs,

Englander · #7 (**permalink**) 21-09-2009, 07:57 PM

If you like it Scratch it cant be far wrong

just need to get some claret hackle for my genuine Clarets

Kev Just cheapy Veniards Chinese cock neck (Red) and (black) although i must say its a very deep red very rich colour. Just starting out with bumbles..........