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Lesson #1: The Best Bonefish Weedguard Ever!

(No guarantees. Author assumes no liability, fault nor is subject to legal action.)

When I first began fly fishing for bonefish some years ago, I was constantly frustrated by the way most bonefish fly patterns hung in the thick turtle grass flats I fished. I realized early on that some sort of dependable weedguard was essential for any kind of mental well being, not to mention success on the flats.

After years of field testing and experimentation, this is still the most dependable weedguard I've used.

Step 1:

Step 1: Flatten the tip of a piece of stiff 25 pound mono with a pliers. (Mason hard mono is good brand.) Secure to the head of fly with a few thread wraps (as shown above).

Step 2:

Step 2: Clip monofilamant so it extends a little past the hook point. Then use your thumbnail to push the mono "prong" upright as shown.

Step 3:

Step 3: While holding the monofilament prong upright, make wraps of thread behind the prong as shown above. Keep wrapping until you build up a mound of thread and the prong holds itself up.

Step 4:

Step 4: Once the prong is upright and aligned with the hook point, whip finish the fly head as usual and toss it with confidence next time your fishing those frustrating grassy flats. Tight lines!

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