Why the TJ Hooker Fly Pattern Just Works
You won't find many fly boxes in the West that don't have a tj hooker fly pattern tucked away in a corner somewhere, usually looking a bit beat up and bedraggled. It isn't the prettiest fly in the world—in fact, it's downright ugly compared to those delicate dry flies or intricate perdigons—but it's a absolute workhorse when the water is high, cold, or just plain pushy. If you're looking for a fly that looks like a meal and gets down to the fish fast, this is your bug. ...