How to tie a UV Cruncher (Accidental Killer)

Hook: Hanak H230 BL #10
Thread: Veevus GSP 30d (White)
Tail: Hen Cape Hackle fibres
Rib: Copper Wire Fine
Body: Natural Pheasant Tail Fibres
Thorax: Buzzer Wrap UV
Hackle: Badger Hackle
The Cruncher is a well established fly on the competition circuit and there are many variations to the pattern. This is one that came about purely by chance as I explain in the video. It is a firm favourite and whilst nymphing in May and early June it is seldom from my cast and I will often fish two on the same cast. It works best in #12 and #10 but can be tied down to #14 for smaller Stillwaters.
It is best fished as part of a team of flies and I really like it for the washing line method when the fish are high in the water. What flies to you like when the fish are high, let me know in the comments section below.
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[@ejmacewan8942]

DEAR LINDSAY,, HAVE BEEN WATCHING YOUR GREAT VIDEOS FOR A WHILE NOW,, ,,, I JUST WANTED TO SAY - “THANK-YOU’ - FOR YOUR DEDICATION, CREATIVITY, TIPS AND TRICKS, AS WE ALL REALIZE,, THESE VIDEOS OF YOURS ARE NOT EASY TO MAKE,,,,, AND VERY TIME CONSUMING.. YET YOUR CLEAR AND UNIQUE PRESENTATIONS,, ARE WELL RECEIVED BY MANY,, MANY OF US ! WELL DONE AND TXS AGAIN FOR YOUR PASSION,, TIGHT LINES AND FRESH AIR....

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Thats very kind of you to say pal, really pleased you are enjoying the channel.

[@lawrencemacd63]

Nice uv cruncher Lindsay 🐟🎣

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Great pattern pal.

[@lawrencemacd63]

Cracking uv cruncher Lindsay 🐟🎣

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Glad you enjoyed it, I find it best in May and early June.

[@johnshand6176]

Haven't used this fly before but tomorrow I will tie a few up and prepare for a dynamite day on the river. Much appreciated.

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@jimflynn466]

Hi Lindsay, I like these type of nymphs, this GREENWELL UV Cruncher is just the job. As an aside a badger cape is black core with white tips, just me being pedantic mate, keep up the good work. Cheers Jimf

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Hi Jim, I always get that wrong don't know why I only have a handful of capes.....lol.

[@robertalp3878]

I like that and will tie up a few, will be having my first go with a washing line set-up next week 🤞🤞

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Good luck! Let me know how you get on.

[@mikelundrigan2285]

Pheasant tail is such a useful body material! There are so many variations of Sawyer’s original fly now and they all catch trout! This pattern will be a welcome addition to my box! Thanks and tight lines!

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Yes they are, I wouldn't be without a nice pheasant tail in my kit.

[@duderoony]

I suspect this will certainly be a killer Lyndsay. It looks just the part and I’ll be giving it a try. Thank you for another one dude.

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Very welcome pal.

[@RockyPhillips]

Lovely fly.. im gonna try this one tonight, thank you

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Have fun!

[@mitchbain3338]

Great looking fly Lindsay, will try to tie something comparable here in BC, Canada!!

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Please do and let me know how it swims ;-)

[@bigdaddy99929]

Nice little bit for sure. However, does look like a ‘killer’. Thx Lindsey

[@lindsayiflyfish]

You are very welcome Lee.

[@shawnbarry3893]

I love this fly🇺🇸

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Thanks Shawn.

[@michaelshaw8370]

Crunchers are part of the natural progression and evolution of both the pheasant tail nymph and nymphs in general. Like with cormorants. They can cover from buzzers to pin fry. When used correctly they work. So they both deserve their place as one of the top ten all round great Stillwater flies

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Definitely one of the greats Mick.

[@BB1872]

Would be nice with pearl or silver micro glint in the thorax too Lindsay 👍

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Sounds good 👍

[@PhilTF]

Cracking fly!!! Lindsay where are you getting your hen capes from they look a bit better quality than a standard one?

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Hi Phil, I think that one came from Cookshill.

[@keithelliot3772]

I don't tie anymore but like to watch. You are getting short of glue would a touch of varnish not do the same job?

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Yes, varnish would work a treat.

[@colinmckay2964]

Love the tying. Don't like the music in the background though.

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Hi Colin, is it too loud?

[@colinmckay2964]

Just unnecessary in my humble opinion Lindsay.

[@leemowers9395]

Natural Pheasant tail, I found a source that sells tails to train hunting dogs, I like the combination..,

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Thanks Lee, it works really well.

[@MrHw100hunter]

Do you recomend this cruncher for the river on may fly time ?

[@lindsayiflyfish]

I dare say it would work but it is primarily a Stillwater pattern.

[@MrHw100hunter]

@@lindsayiflyfish thank you for your answer

[@lawrencemacd63]

My style of fly Lindsay nice & sparse 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🐟🎣🙂

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Mine too!

[@fishcatcherfleas]

Tidy wee pattern sir

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Thanks Alastair, hope you are keeping well pal.

[@bobclark4706]

Thats not a badger cape badger is white with a black centre,thats a greenwell or furnace cape.

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Thanks for the correction Bob.