Originally Posted by
Fly Goddess
That is a tough one as Kelly says that the fish will attack the head area on prey fish, but many here think the opposite. I personally don't see cutting the back hook on the bigger flies as why even put any hook there. Why not just material to make the fly longer. Chances are the fish will bite the back area and will be able to let go. So, I use a short hook in the front and a longer hook for the back when I do articulating. I splurged and bought some shanks and I will tie some up with them.
I have use Stingers for years as well.