In loving memory of the late Bob Popovics, here’s a version of his badass Hollow Fleye. This version is more designed for pike than striped bass by having a shorter look with a higher back, just like a real perch. It’s lightweight and very easy to cast which makes it a perfect search fly. A classic that will never be forgotten. As shown in the video, use your finger and thumb to press back and manipulate the doetail in position, instead of using a lot of thread and creating a cone. This will make it lighter, easier to tie and better looking.
Hook: Tiemco TMC 600SP – 4/0
Glue: Zap brush on, Gulff Thinman, Classic
Thread: Power thread 150D – Black
Wing and body: Doetail – Medium Olive & Tan
Flash: Flashabou – Black, Pearl Dyed Olive & Gold
Feathers: Hareline/Keogh Half Cape – Grizzly Olive & Grizzly Hot Orange
Eyes: Professional JC – Natural XS