Micro Gamechanger Fly - most realistic baitfish pattern - McFly Angler streamer Fly Tying Tutorial

The Gamechanger was originally created by Blane Chocklett and consists of multiple "spines" to make a moveable tail. The pattern has soon become a more "style" of flies rather than one specific pattern. People use feathers to make feathered gamechangers, You can make your own dubbing brush to create one with specific materials, or you can go with Chockletts own game changer chenille that he created to make tying these a little easier. I went with the latter for this fly, however you are welcome to experiment with different materials to make it your own design. Whatever material you use, the trick with this fly is making sure that it tapers correctly, so that way the tail moves fluidly in the water. They work great for just about any species of fish that target small baitfish. Bass, pike, predatory brown trout, and even some saltwater species like redfish and tarpon.

Not only can you make a very realistic looking baitfish imitation with this style of fly, but you can also make a realistic swimming imitation. There are times where I will go out and throw everything in my box at bass or other weary fish and will get some followers, but none seem to want to commit. Then I throw one of these on, and the same bass that followed the other flies all the way up only to change their mind last minute will not hesitate to engulf the game changer. The combination of the amazing movement, and the great look of this fly usually will entice even the most shy fish.

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Materials
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Here is a list of the materials I used on this fly.
Hook: Gamakatsu SL12-S 1X short (Size 4) -
Thread: Veevus 6/0 (olive/white)
Shanks: Fish-Skull Articulated Micro Spines (Starter Set).- https://www.dooleysflyfishing.com/products/fish-skull-articulated-micro-spines?_pos=2&_sid=71d05342a&_ss=r
Tail: Whiting Chickabou (Olive) - https://www.dooleysflyfishing.com/products/whiting-farms-chickabou-patch?variant=32863247892611
Body: Chocklett's Gamechanger Chenille (Clear) - https://www.dooleysflyfishing.com/products/chockletts-gamechanger-chenille?_pos=1&_psq=gamechanger%20chen&_ss=e&_v=1.0
Eyes: Fish Skull Living Eyes (Wind) - https://www.dooleysflyfishing.com/products/fish-skull-living-eyes?variant=15415071572014
Filler resin: Solarez Thin - https://www.dooleysflyfishing.com/products/solarez-fly-tie-thing-hard-formula?_pos=1&_psq=Solarez%20thin&_ss=e&_v=1.0
Finishing resin: Solarez Bone Dry - https://www.dooleysflyfishing.com/products/solarrez-fly-bone-dry-ultra-thin-formula-5-oz?_pos=2&_psq=Solarez%20Bo&_ss=e&_v=1.0
Tools
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Vise: Renzetti Traveler - https://amzn.to/2t2FFmo
Bobbin: Stonfo Bobtec - https://amzn.to/2YWOf39
Trimming Scissors: Risen 4" Razor Scissors - https://www.risenfly.com/collections/fly-tying-tools-and-accessories/products/4-razor-scissors
Fine Tip Scissors: Risen Spring Assist Scissors - https://www.risenfly.com/collections/fly-tying-tools-and-accessories/products/spring-assist-scissors
Whip finisher: Dr. Slick brass - https://amzn.to/2tGYwDW
Fly Tying Bench: Oasis Walnut Compact Bench - https://www.oasisbenches.com/oasis-benches/compact-bench/
UV Light: Ultrafire UV Super Power - https://amzn.to/3g2LouO
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