Got the idea for this Rogue variation from a pic over on Westfly; thanks Chad. Lots of steps here but, again, pretty simple to tie and although I love bulletheads, this should be a bit more durable; change colors to suit your needs.


hook - Dai Riki 280 #8
thread - UTC 140 tan
body - 2mm foam
rear feelers - rubber medium tan barred
underwing - landscape fabric
wing - elk hair
thorax - Ice Dub golden brown
front legs - rubber medium tan barred
indicator - 2mm foam


Part 1



Insert needle in vise







fold a strip of foam (hook gap width), push it onto needle













start tying thread on needle







fold foam over needle, adjust to where you want the first segment







wrap thread around foam, pull slowly but firmly so you don't cut the foam and add a couple more wraps







trim butt at an angle