streamer
Backflop Jig
A zonker-strip jig streamer with a UV Polar Chenille underbody wrapped simultaneously with the strip. Heavy enough to sink fast, slim enough to move freely.
Originated by Devin Olsen
Recipe
- HookDohiku HDJ or Umpqua XC 400 — size 10 · Dohiku
- BeadCopper / Silver / Fl. Orange / Chartreuse Slotted Tungsten
- ThreadUni 8/0 to match body · UNI Products
- TailMink or Squirrel zonker strip
- BodyHareline UV Polar Chenille — Medium · Hareline
- HackleHen soft hackle (matching or contrasting)
History
When the nymphing slows, streamer fishing on a Euro-nymph leader is often deadly. Jigging a streamer past pressured fish is one of the best ways to pull trout out of their doldrums. Devin Olsen's favorite streamer for this presentation is the Backflop Jig. The mink/squirrel zonker provides all the movement, but the slim profile lets it sink quickly back to depth after being lifted by the rod tip. Compared to his nymphs, Devin over-weights the Backflop with lots of lead or extra tungsten beads buried under the body, ensuring depth in fast water.
Fishing tips
Over-weight with lead under the body — depth is everything. Match or contrast the chenille to the zonker color.