Clouser Minnow: Exploring Different Tying Options

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  • The Clouser Minnow fly pattern is one of the most effective fly patterns ever. Its simplicity and versatility are a huge reason for this, and because of this simplicity, we can modify and adjust our Clousers to our fishing situations. This particular Clouser Minnow is tied with a wide-profile and tons of flash. It’s also tied with synthetics, but take this pattern as a jumping off point for your Clouser Minnows.
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  • @hunthikefishadv
    @hunthikefishadv 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    what size hooks are these? Love your videos.

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hey, thanks, Bryon! These are size 3/0, and I love these hooks. They're perfect if you have the chance to get some really strong and big fish, but they're small enough in diameter to sink in without having to Bill Dance the fish. Here's the full article/recipe. I always put this info on my site rather than in the video, since I can change things without having to put up a different version of the video. Thanks again!
      toflyfish.com/clouser-minnow/

    • @petarbajai
      @petarbajai 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@toflyfish no more tying video's ?? its been more than 4 years

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@petarbajai Hey Petar, it is shameful for sure! I plan on releasing a bunch of videos here in the near future. I've had to focus on some other things over these last few years, and I've only had time to fish and tie, without producing videos. I appreciate your support though Petar! Hope you're well!

    • @petarbajai
      @petarbajai 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@toflyfish glad you're still oke and thanks for asking we are fine no worry's about that no corona infections I hope that this year will be the year for great fishing stay safe bro !!!

  • @A-aronTrekn
    @A-aronTrekn 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love the narration you provide with your videos. The humor component is great!

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey, thanks for the input, Aaron, and thanks for taking the time to leave a comment.

  • @K3Flyguy
    @K3Flyguy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I enjoyed the good natured humour and nice lightng and camera angles! Thank you for sharing I just subscribed!

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey thanks, Michael! Hope fishing's going well for you!

  • @benaldi2
    @benaldi2 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent Instructions with a bit of humour. Thank you for your time spent with us.

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      My pleasure, Benaldi. I appreciate the feedback. Thanks again.

  • @huntingicon
    @huntingicon 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love it! Great variation on a classic pattern. Thank you for sharing

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey thanks, Tim. I appreciate it!

  • @tailsthewolf123
    @tailsthewolf123 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Welcome back! This looks awesome!

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey, thanks. Hope it helps you out a bit. Cheers!

  • @ethanm1580
    @ethanm1580 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing tutorial toflyfish! I will be tying up a bunch of these for sure. Love your videos, well explained. I have tied and used many of your patterns with much success. All the best!

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Ethan, thanks so much for the kind words! Glad some of the patterns could help you catch a fish or two. Hope fishing's going well for you. Thanks again!

  • @charlesmadden2097
    @charlesmadden2097 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Perfect instruction and perfect humor!!

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Charles, I appreciate it, and glad I could provide a laugh or two!

  • @2xtremefishing
    @2xtremefishing 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Excellent variation and demo! Thanks!

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I appreciate that, Kim. Thanks for the kind words!

  • @mikemcelveen2973
    @mikemcelveen2973 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just found this! Thanks for the info. This looks like an awesome pattern for Stripers! Where I live in S.C. there is a huge Striper run through downtown every year ( right now). Gonna give it a try ..thanks!

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey Mike, my pleasure! Glad to hear that you're going to be taking on some stripers down there. This pattern is awesome for stripers and big hybrids--love those fish! I also love the hook. It is PERFECT for stripers and hybrids! It's discontinued, but you can still find it. Here are some links from the site, that might help you out with stripers. Also, I include a shad pattern that is super effective on stripers/hybrids when there's a bit of current, or a lot of it. Hope this helps, and thanks again!
      toflyfish.com/clouser-minnow/
      toflyfish.com/enrico-puglisi-shad-baitfish-pattern-saltwater-bass/
      toflyfish.com/striped-bass-fly-fishing-chesapeake-bay/

  • @venturarealestate9918
    @venturarealestate9918 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great Video! Very clear and concise. I'm a fan.

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey thanks, I appreciate it!

  • @Obi1kenobi10
    @Obi1kenobi10 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! Lots of interesting stuff. My orvis order is going to be HUGE!!!

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      'Tis the season! Thanks for the comment!

  • @adamprickett6462
    @adamprickett6462 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I really enjoy your videos! Thanks

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      My pleasure, Adam. Thanks for watching!

  • @MNSkeetFamily
    @MNSkeetFamily 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really, really good instruction as always.

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, Doug!

  • @waynehanshue712
    @waynehanshue712 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome. Really really good explanations of material use. Thanks. I’m doing this for some Pike and Musky. Thanks again

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, Wayne! The best part is you can use whatever materials you want for whatever species. Good luck!

  • @tylastname2489
    @tylastname2489 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for doing another video I love them

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, Ty. That's great to hear!

  • @KenRadManRaddon
    @KenRadManRaddon 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sweet pattern well done.

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You bet, Ken. Let me know if it does you any good with the fish!

  • @fsilva52
    @fsilva52 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good job and I like it!!!

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks, Fernando! I appreciate it.

  • @connorolson6121
    @connorolson6121 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    OMG I LOVE YOU VIDS!!!!!

  • @geraldlogue7124
    @geraldlogue7124 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hay bro , awesome job!! liked the presentation and am thinking I can learn from ya!!!

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks a ton Gerald! I learn from tons of great tyers. It's great to have access to all of the content that's out there. Hope life's great!

  • @arnehefer5749
    @arnehefer5749 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i wish you would continue making these videos i love them

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Arne, thanks so much for your kind words. I plan on making more in the future. Life has been very busy for me the last few years. Still have to fish, but making videos has been tough to do. I hope you're well!

    • @arnehefer5749
      @arnehefer5749 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@toflyfish thanks man hope you do!

  • @josepharmenti9451
    @josepharmenti9451 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent!

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, Joe!

  • @michaelsalemme9658
    @michaelsalemme9658 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great stuff

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I appreciate it, Michael!

  • @mauricebrown9094
    @mauricebrown9094 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice , thank you ..

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      You bet, Maurice. Thanks!

  • @adrianlouviere7650
    @adrianlouviere7650 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Kind of you to share. thanks

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You bet, Adrian!

  • @timmadden8849
    @timmadden8849 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Toflyfish can you show Tying a clouser using buck tail? This pattern is super cool and I'm going to tie it but I have a ton of buck tail in different colors I would like to use. Nice job and narration. Thanks

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hey Tim. I may do something with a bucktail version in the future. I try to have unique flies and videos, and there are dozens of videos that tie the Clouser with bucktail. I have my own take on it of course. I may do a video in which I show you how to do a few different things, like tying a Half-and-Half and incorporating flash in different ways. If you want to get started, search for the video Tying a Clouser Minnow with Bob Clouser. Good luck!

  • @blackwidow506
    @blackwidow506 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey ! i was just wondering if you had a link to this craft fur :) , amazing tutorial

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Andy--I assume you're a big two-hand rod guy with a name like "Scandi." Thanks for the comment!
      Here's a link to a detailed materials listing, including the craft fur. Let me know if you need anything more. Thanks again!
      toflyfish.com/clouser-minnow/

  • @kevinlohr7875
    @kevinlohr7875 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Enjoyed the Clouser video - curious to know what the background music is? Thanks.

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Kevin, it says at the very end of the video. I believe it's called Over Under. Thanks for the kind word.

  • @anthonymaniscalco8127
    @anthonymaniscalco8127 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    That's some really nice craft fur, what brand is it and where can I get it, thanks, tony

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Anthony, sorry for the late response. TH-cam has not been sending me notifications lately. This is Hareline extra select craft fur. It's the best I've ever found. Most stores carry it. Look for the rabbit/hare on the package. Good luck!

  • @bangrudje
    @bangrudje 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, what is the tool that you use to bind the thread to the hook? I see that tying the thread is so easy using that thing. Thanks

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi, Bang. If you mean the tool that I use as I'm tying the entire pattern, then that is a bobbin. If you mean the tool that I use to finish the fly, then that is a whip finisher/whip finish tool. There are mainly two kinds, and the one that I use is the Matarelli version. They are all quite easy to find normally. Hope that helps!

  • @mikemerc74
    @mikemerc74 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    @toflyfish I need help with something I have been tying flies and teasers with the hook up, mostly all of my flies my question to you does it matter if the hook is up or if the hook is down please give me info on this. Have I been time my flies wrong?

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Mike, normally a Clouser is tied hook up so that you can get a nice jig-like action with the weight. The nice thing about tying your own flies is that you can tie flies any way that you want, so if you're not hooking up right with the species you're targeting, then switch things up. Depending on the species (for example, striped bass and hybrid striped bass), the upright hook has high landing rates.
      Hope that helps!

  • @jamesvatter5729
    @jamesvatter5729 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've been looking and looking...but still can't locate a source for that "high tech toilet paper." Ha!
    Very well done tutorial!

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey thanks, James! TP is in high demand normally. We got to keep things high-tech. It is 2020 after all! Hope fishing's going well for you.

  • @ivandelevic
    @ivandelevic 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can I use these hooks for hucho hucho, and pike streamers...?
    Good video and thanks...!

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey Ivan, thanks for the kind words! This hook is definitely strong enough, I would assume for large hucho hucho--pike no problem. If you want a strong jig-style hook, this would be a great choice. I bought a bunch of this hook, but I don't know if Gamakatsu still sells the 294--you can find it online though. Good luck!

  • @altonhardison5027
    @altonhardison5027 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you send me the link to buy the same hooks & fly materials you use ?

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Alton,
      You can find the materials on the site here: toflyfish.com/clouser-minnow/
      Good luck with it. That hook is absolutely perfect for tough species!

  • @adventureswithfrodo2721
    @adventureswithfrodo2721 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Backing soda will cause CA to dry faster. Just a very fine sprinkle will do you.

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey AwF, thanks for the tip. They used to have a product called Zip-Kicker, which was really oily. I'll give this a try and mess around with the application. Thanks again!

  • @Flyrodder68
    @Flyrodder68 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    whose the bass player in the back round music?

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's just some stock audio that I have used. Details are at the end of the video if you're interested. Thanks!

  • @romilsonsoares1199
    @romilsonsoares1199 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    D +

  • @rudychavira5558
    @rudychavira5558 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I must be buying wrong craft fur, is this hairline select, if not lead me in right direction please

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Rudy, yes, Hairline Select is the best I've found. I have noticed that some batches vary in length, which seems weird to me, but it's true.

    • @rudychavira5558
      @rudychavira5558 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@toflyfish certain dyed colors take differently and seem to affect material? Have you tied these with ep fibers? Thanks for all your help

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@rudychavira5558 Hey Rudy, yes for sure. I'll vary my Clousers a lot. It's such a versatile pattern. I don't really use EP fibers with my Clousers. Stuff like Flash N Slinky, etc., is a standard for Clousers, particularly on the West Coast for stripers. Here's a pattern with EP fibers and dumbbell eyes, very good in rivers and for hybrids and stripers. Good luck!
      toflyfish.com/enrico-puglisi-shad-baitfish-pattern-saltwater-bass/

  • @altexlan415
    @altexlan415 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    this color combination don't work for me.

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey, A.I., It's one of the most popular color combinations for the Delta in the U.S. for striped bass, but I can tell you from personal experience that the true bass (white bass, hybrids, and striped bass) really love this color in certain situations. Feel free to use your own colors for your fish and waters though. Thanks for chiming in.

    • @altexlan415
      @altexlan415 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      helo I fished in Malaysia n leave around there.

  • @mikewest712
    @mikewest712 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    That toilet paper comment hit hard in 2020 bro.

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Don't know if I should laugh or cry. I had an insensitive chuckle after this comment--I must admit. Hope you're getting some sort of fishing time, Mike!

  • @nic85marty
    @nic85marty 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I see who caused the 2020 shortage of toilet paper. It was you sir......

    • @toflyfish
      @toflyfish  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      The guilt I feel for causing the TP shortage can not be expressed into words! I am now using recycled underwear to dry my glue...

  • @teddyseward2129
    @teddyseward2129 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    i wouldn't tie a clouser that looks like that even if i was blind

    • @brandoncope8680
      @brandoncope8680 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Teddy Seward I completely agree. Way too much flash and that is not a clouser anyhow. That’s a I wanna make something better than the clouser but I don’t know what I’m doing. The fly looks horrible tbh but I have to say he tied it really well but it’s a horrible fly.

    • @teddyseward2129
      @teddyseward2129 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@brandoncope8680 yupp. great tier, horrible tie

  • @brookmelee5983
    @brookmelee5983 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Not a Clouser.