Trout Think Olsen's Blowtorch is LIT-Fly Tying Tutorial

In this video, I’ll guide you through tying the Blow Torch Tag Nymph, a Euro-nymphing staple designed to grab trout’s attention and sink quickly into the strike zone. This pattern is ideal for targeting fish in both fast and slow water, thanks to its tungsten bead, buggy profile, and vibrant tag. You’ll learn: 1. How to use a Hanak H400 BL jig hook and 3.2mm slotted tungsten bead for the perfect balance. 2. The key steps to tying the vibrant Glo-Brite tag and segmented, flashy body. 3. Techniques for creating a buggy CDC and Spikey Squirrel dubbing collar that adds lifelike movement in the water. 4. Pro tips for finishing your fly with a reinforced UV resin head and hot spot. All materials used in this video are listed below with links for your convenience. Whether you're just starting or looking to add another confidence fly to your box, this tutorial will have you tying like a pro in no time! Materials Used in This Fly: • Hook: Hanak H400 BL jig hook (Size 14) (or similar): https://amzn.to/4afDRq3 • Bead: 3.2mm silver slotted tungsten bead: https://amzn.to/4agmNR6 • Thread: UTC 70 in fluorescent orange: https://amzn.to/40cYWgl • Tag: Glo-Brite #5: https://amzn.to/40ff5BQ • Ribbing: Pearl Crystal Flash: https://amzn.to/404cGK8 • Body: Peacock dubbing: https://amzn.to/4h6PFgE • Collar: SLF Spikey Squirrel dubbing + CDC feather (natural gray) https://amzn.to/3PujLie https://amzn.to/3E1VbCT • Finish: UV resin: https://amzn.to/3PwKJGc Related Articles from TroutStrike.com Your Nymphs are Better Than the Fly Shop’s: https://troutstrike.com/your-nymphs-a... Confidence Flies: https://troutstrike.com/why-my-confid... Chapters 0:00 Intro 0:50 Adding the Tag 1:33 Ribbing 2:00 Dub the Body 3:04 Thorax 4:48 Hotspot