JULY 2009 COVER STORY

Pussy Galore!

Lyn Davies introduces a friend to a classic lure pattern that has stood the test of time … The Cat’s Whisker

The Cat’s Whisker needs no introduction – it’s probably one of the most productive lures of all time. This timeless pattern, along with its many variants, deserves pride of place in any angler’s fly box – it’s the ultimate ‘go to’ confidence pattern. With its lime-green body and white marabou wing and tail, it’s easily recognisable. English fly dresser David Train invented the pattern back in 1982, and it was originally known as the ‘Light Bulb’. The fly was bright, allowing David to see when it disappeared, and this was his cue to strike into the fish. He likened this to turning a light bulb on and off: a kind of ‘strike when the light goes out’ approach.

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Fly of the Month: The Cruncher

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Video title: Fly of the Month: The Cruncher
Video added: 23/06/2009
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