11 Streamer flies - swimming under water

We are going down under the surface in rivers and lakes, to watch a bunch of streamer flies from the fish's perspective. This underwater footage is filmed over a period of several years in different environments from fast flowing clearwater spring creeks, over slow flowing rivers to lakes of different clarity.
Most of the flies in this film are also featured in tying sbs films on my TH-cam channel. You can find them on these links:
Bacon Snack: • Bacon Snack - articula...
Nightwatchman: • Nightwatchman - pike f...
Gartside's Soft Hackle Streamer: • Gartside's Soft Hackle...
Chartreuse Zonker: • Chartreuse Zonker - st...
Egg Sucking Bunny Leech: • Egg Sucking Bunny Leec...
Orange Rubber Legged Bunny: • Orange Rubber Legged B...
Chartreuse Sneaker: • Chartreuse Sneaker - w...
Lefty's Deceiver: • Lefty's Deceiver - Str...
Fuzzy Bugger: • Fuzzy Bugger - streame...
Read much more on streamer flies on my blog: michaeljensens.com/angling/?s... and find a blog on Streamer flies under the surface - the real test on Ahrex Hooks blog right here... ahrexhooks.com/2018/05/04/str...
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[@abefrohman1759]

You made me laugh when you said “the fish don’t ever look into your fly box.” I hope you have a great weekend.

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Thanks a lot, Abe. I am happy to hear that I put a smile on your face. Have a nice weekend :0)

[@shapesjr]

Watched this video a while back. Showing it to my friend now. Still the funniest truest piece of advice I've heard.

[@alexhendrick8288]

Leftydeceiver and bugger looked the best by far

[@matthewpanuska9175]

Yeah, I was really surprised how good the bugger looked compared to all those much more complex flies!

[@andersonsoutdoors4873]

You know you’re a fly geek when you get totally excited by electric guitar and underwater streamers! Haha! I loved it. My favorite is the Garthside. I wonder what the fishes favorite is??

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Thanks a lot for your feedback. And don't worry. You are perfectly sane. The people that I worry about, is the ones that doesn't get exited by electric guitar and underwater streamers ;0) And the favourite? Well... we'll never know what the fish think, but we'll probably never stop wondering. All the best, Michael :0)

[@fredfable5655]

A fly geek listens Mozart or Vivaldi my frrriend!

[@bs5am]

Hahaha!

[@davidbenjamin5356]

Watching the action of flies like this makes you a better a better tier and fisherman. One day last summer i hooked a fish on a droppered nymph . As it neared the net i caught sight of my point fly, a natural mink wrap. As the trout moved in the water the mink wrap pulsed and wriggled with each movement. Blew me away. I am inspired now to sit by my vice and experiment. Thank you

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Thanks a lot for your feedback David. Cool situation having a trout to work the point fly ;0) I get inspired as well, every time I watch flies swimming underwater. More of that stuff is in the pipeline. Tight lines, Michael :0)

[@aegiDiusMrChef]

Lefty’s Deceiver - Best action off all ;) cool fly

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Thanks for your feedback. And yes, Deceivers are cool. Tight lines, Michael 😊

[@joeduca8582]

👍 Awesome 😎 I like that Sneaker, heck I love them all! You're a cut above the rest with your underwater filming Michael 👍 Thanks again!

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Thanks Joe. You're too kind. Have a nice weekend :0)

[@joeduca8582]

Michael Jensen same to you!

[@jacobstarr9010]

I honestly think the Weighted Bunny Leech wins this. Seeing the action it has underwater is very realistic when compared to how real leeches swim, as they swim in a jigging or zig zag motion. That coupled with the movement of the rabbit strip makes it an incredibly realistic pattern to me.

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Yeah. that Bunny Leech is very realistic under water. Thanks for your feedback, Jacob. Cheers, Michael :0)

[@jifigz]

I love fly fishing and streamers.

[@thomasduffy2519]

A labor of love and an awesome video thank you

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Thanks a lot for your feedback, Thomas. Tight lines, Michael :0)

[@eduardodosreis5589]

The perch were really interested lol

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

You are right Eduardo. That's the cool thing about filming in natural lakes and streams. Something unexpected often happens :0)

[@user-cb2jp9mo8g]

Excellent and practical video! Thank you!!!

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Thanks a lot for your feedback. All the best, Michael :0)

[@EUAngler]

Insane looking flies!!! Great video!!

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Thanks a lot for your response. Tight lines, Michael :0)

[@mauricebrown9094]

Brilliant video , thank you so much !!!!!

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Thanks a lot for your feedback, Maurice. All the best, Michael :0)

[@brunomarquezan]

That's the video I've been searching for a long time. Congratulations sir

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Thanks a lot, Bruno. Glad you found it useful. Tight lines, Michael :0)

[@hankvana2149]

Thanks Michael - excellent video! You are absolutely correct - how the fly looks in the vice is totally different than how it looks when being presented to the fish where they hunt. I tank-test all new patterns to confirm that they swim/fish right and have the correct profile before they earn a place in my fly boxes. Before chucking a fly way out yonder I spend a bit of time playing with the flies in shallow water to see what retrieves/speeds work best, how fast it sinks, etc. when the fly is attached to the leader. Surprises me that very few people do this. Cheers and tight lines! Hank

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Thanks a lot for the kind words, Hank. Nice to hear that you do tank- and river testing as well. You learn a lot about choosing the right materials and finding the right retrieve that way. Cheers and tight lines to you, Michael :0)

[@paulmarney7467]

Thanks so much..actual how streamers work...perect

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Thanks for your feedback, Paul. Cheers, Michael :0)

[@joshfung2131]

Great video. Not gonna lie, you kinda look like Mark Hamil

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Oh really? Cool. I am using a fly rod instead of a light sabre, though ;0) Cheers, Michael :0)

[@mglennon5535]

That was awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks for the hard work!
Cheers

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Thank you for your feedback. Tight lines, Michael :0)

[@Jimmy-n6j]

Loved the video mate! So cool to see those flies working down below. Cool rockin blues sountrack too! Respect. You gotta get down here to Australia and experience our unique fisheries. If you have family bring them too because im sure they would love it whether they fish or not. Tasmania is the jewell! Lets hope this covid becomes manageable and look forward to you posting vids of you stalking wild browns in the crystal clear waters of tasmanias western lakes! i know you would love it bro

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Thanks a lot, Greg. Glad you enjoyed it. Australia sounds like a fantatastic place to visit, and would love to that someday. I have several friends that are aussies. Stay safe mate. Cheers, Michael :0)

[@telsonalves8060]

Vídeo Top.

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Thanks a lot for your feedback. Cheers, Michael :0)

[@unionse7en]

The Leech and the Zonker look like good imitations of the Crane Fly Larvae here in Colorado

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Thanks buddy. Good bonus info. Tight lines, Michael :0)

[@kevingeary1472]

Awesome video, thank you!

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Glad you liked it, Kevin. Thanks for your feedback. Cheers, Michael :0)

[@SuperKabookie]

Very nice action and beautiful lures!

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Thanks a lot, Cheri :0)

[@marcuskorsgard3100]

Keep UP the good work man!

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Thanks, Marcus. Will do! Cheers, Michael :0)

[@fredfable5655]

Excellent video!! Thank you very much!!!

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Thanks a lot for your feedback, Fred. Tight lines, Michael :0)

[@fredfable5655]

@@MichaelJensensAngling
And l must add a big congratulation! Because very few people shows how a fly works in the water.
Regards.
Fred.

[@dh1270]

Happy Thanksgiving to you.
I’ve learned a lot watching your videos

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Happy Thanksgiving to you as well. I'm glad you find my videos useful :0) Cheers, Michael

[@jsboyle3459]

Nice wee video 👍🏻

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Thanks a lot, JS. Tight lines, Michael :0)

[@monaamelia]

Excelente video, thanks for sharing

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Thanks for your feedback, Christian. Cheers, Michael :0)

[@chrriff]

If Lars Ulrich was a Fly Angler

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Ha ha yeah, a fellow dane. Cheers, Michael :0)

[@SAMBARANNA]

beutyfull...👍👍

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Thanks a lot for your feedback :0)

[@ASIL_SILLU]

So nice👍

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Thanks a lot, Michael :0)

[@daltoonfly9436]

Excelente vídeo! Sem similares.

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Thanks a lot, Dalto. All the best, Michael :0)

[@raulchavez6506]

Great video! Thanks for taking the time to record it and to share it with us!

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Thanks a lot for your feedback, Raul. All the best, Michael :0)

[@joeszymanski6936]

Who was playing guitar in this video? Some great streamer footage .

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Hi Joe, the guitarslinger on that track is a guy named Henrik Andersson :0)

[@craigsimpson6705]

Great fly pattern in action video! Now which fly do I tie?

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Thanks Craig. So many options ;0) Cheers, Michael :0)

[@FlyTyer1948]

Fascinating video. Thank you.
It was surprising how meaty that Fuzzy Bugger looked even though it’s somewhat sparsely tied compared to most of the other flies. I hope to find the recipe for it. Oops, just found it on your tying series.
Re: Soft Hackle Streamer
If someone wants the pattern & how to tie it or his other flies, the information can be found at gartside.com on his website. Although Jack passed away a few years ago, friends have maintained the site. It’s well worth the visit.

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Thanks for your feedback. Yes I have made videos on the Fuzzy Bugger and a couple of videos on the Soft Hackle Streamer and Jack Gartside. I agree: Jack's site is still worth a visit. Cheers, Michael :0)

[@shawndoe2834]

Exceptional filming & editing. Really enjoyed this video. Thanks & Take Care: Shawn

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Awesome, thank you for your feedback, Shawn. Cheers, Michael :0)

[@koowaalskiopcje5576]

What is the knot tied on Nightwatchman streamer, looks super simple?

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Hi Koowaalski, that is just the reliable non-slip-loop knot. Tight lines, Michael :0)

[@alboresivn7012]

Any fly for panfish? For tarpon?

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Most of the flies in this video are tied for bass, trout and pike - but might be useful for tarpon as well, if tied on strong saltwater hooks. Check out my other video for more salty suggestions: th-cam.com/video/dZA1U5gU5J4/w-d-xo.html
Cheers, Michael :0)

[@williamferant1802]

What about Stu Apte Tarpon fly

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

A great streamer as well, William. I know it was made for the salt, but I've used it for pike mostly. I will keep that in mind for future videos. Cheers, Michael :0)

[@jimslade]

Just a point of reference there is no H in Gartside

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Hi Jim, I know... but noticed the mistake too late. Video was up and running. Still bugs me... every time I see it. Thanks anyway :0)

[@michaelkborozan4121]

Thanks....I also learned stuff from watching the leaders....

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

You are welcome. I agree. Watching the leader will learn you a thing or two as well. Tight lines, Michael :0)

[@billyscott302]

U want to post a box to Scotland m8 lol lol

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Naaah, Billy. I'm sure you can tie your own flies ;0) Have a nice weekend :0)

[@mattkiilunen2852]

All should be tied on keelfly hooks.

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

You could do that, and it would work great. Cheers, Michael :0)

[@cr113]

To be honest, underwater shots of streamers don't seem realistic at all to me. Maybe that explains why I have trouble catching bass when fly fishing. I usually can catch more trout on my fly rod than my spinning rod, but I catch WAY more bass on my spinning rod vs the fly rod.

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Fair enough! I feel that streamer flies are realistic too, but hair jigs has got a bit more life in the water. Cheers, Michael :0)

[@DerekPetersonLives]

am I the only one that didn't get audio with this video?
Guessing it has to do with the music everyone is mentioning

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Hi Derek, yep... I guess you are the only one. No one else has commented on missing audio on this video, and it has been seen about 60K times. Cheers, Michael :0)

[@DerekPetersonLives]

@@MichaelJensensAngling strange played it on my phone now just fine.
Must have been a glitch as nothing was muted or turned down earlier. Caught me off guard as your video was the only one that did that.
Well glad it was nothing

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

@@DerekPetersonLives Cool. Cheers, Michael :0)

[@MrRourk]

A little slower on the Zonker and you would have had one.

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Yes, that's the cool thing about filming in natural lakes and streams. There's always something unexpected, when I get home and watch the footage.
Tight lines, Michael :0)

[@billyscott302]

Lol lol 👌👌🦈🦈

[@MikeWitmerNatureJournal]

To be honest I dont think all the little details make all that much difference. I mainly fish for trout and smallmouth bass and they normally smack streamers within seconds of them entering the water. Finding the general size and color and depth they are at on any given day is what really matters. A wooly bugger or zonker (simple ties) work better than any of these fancy articulated flies and cast much easier. Just my experience of course.

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Mike, I agree: Size, color and depth is crucial. And bugginess and life matters more than bells and whistles. Tight lines, Michael :0)

[@skorflyfishing]

I think you are generally right. It doesn't hurt that your fly choices, (Buggers and Zonkers) are some of the best most proven flies ever created. The only times the "bells and whistles" or what I term, "realism" matters is when the waters you fish are heavily pressured, and/or very clear, and/or the fish are keyed in on a specific feature of their forage food.
For the most part, size, color, depth, and movement are key. some realistic flies look great, but are stiff and have no movement.
Another key is function. For instance the sneaker fly in this video does a great job when fish are in heavy brush. Most of the other flies wouldn't work at all without a weed guard, and still wouldn't work as well even with a weed guard tied in. Sometimes I call weed guards "fish guards" because I have seen the strike to hookup ratio drop dramatically.
Anyway, I loved seeing how each of these flies moved in the water. That info is very helpful.

[@jacobjorgenson9285]

Got to be Danish)))))

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

I sure am, Jacob :0)

[@Mr4twitch]

Resolution sux

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

Well, buddy. That's just like your opinion ;0)

[@Mr4twitch]

Michael Jensen nope halfway through I couldn't see crap

[@Mr4twitch]

Michael Jensen more at the end

[@MichaelJensensAngling]

@@Mr4twitch I've just checked the whole video once again. Can't find anything wrong anywhere - seem like you are the only one who can. You might wanna check your internet connection.

[@Mr4twitch]

Michael Jensen then my smartphone sux