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The Clouser Deep Minnow Fly PatternThe Clouser Deep Minnow was originally designed by Bob Clouser as a baitfish imitation for smallmouth bass. It has become one of the most recognized streamers for just that purpose. The original was tied with buck tail and Krystal Flash, however there are many different colors and variations that can be used to imitate whatever type of baitfish the bass happen to be feeding on in you home waters. Clouser recommends in his book, Fly Fishing for Smallmouth Bass in Rivers and Streams
One of the things that makes the Clouser Deep Minnow unique is the use of weighted dumbbell eyes. This is not only to help sink the fly but also invert the hook. This allows you to fish them on or near the bottom with less risk of getting snagged. The standard method for fishing them is a steady retrieve depending on the baitfish in the area waters you are fishing. There are other methods for fishing these and one of the best resources is from the man himself in the book mentioned above. Although these flies were meant to be used for smallmouth bass they are also effective on other species of fish. I have had success with them on panfish such as crappie and bluegill. Skip Morris also claims that when they are tied fuller they are more effective with largemouth bass. Many people use them when saltwater fishing.
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