How to tie the infamous Squirmy Worm

Hook: Hanak H470 BL #12 Jig Wave
Bead: Hanak 3.5mm Slotted Tungsten Bead (Metallic Pink)
Thread: Glo-Brite No5
The rest: Hareline Mini Squiggle Worms (Red) upavonflyfishing.co.uk/shop/o...
Ok, Ok let me just put this disclaimer out there and up front. If you don't like this kind of pattern please just go to one of my other videos, there are plenty on the channel. Please feel free to leave your opinion in the comments below, I always do my best to answer all your comments.
The simple fact of the matter is that these have their place in my fly boxes, it was never my intent to do a tutorial on the squirmy but as I say in the video I had some time on my hands this week. When a river is high and dirty often earth worms are ripped from the bank-side and become fair game for hungry fish, Trout and Grayling love this!. This pattern is a reasonable representation of that.
So, fly fishing or not let me know your thoughts in the comments below.
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[@tomharvey7436]

Thanks for sharing Lindsay saw the materials for sale but never knew how to use it I learned something new today

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Glad it was helpful!

[@WATTSROBIN]

Absolutely no problem with people being innovative and using new materials to good effect. The advance in fly tying materials is fantastic and flytyers are quite right to explore their potential. Personally I would have no qualms about trying it. People used to say the same about the booby, and it saved many a blank for me.

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Agreed, wouldn't be without the booby on a big Stillwater.

[@hughmccann7414]

XD the squirmy divides the fly tying/fishing fraternity. Nice unique tying effort.

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Glad you liked it!

[@soultrader57fishingandmusi25]

great tutorial, Lyndsay. "not really fly tying"? this is where fly fishing and jig fishing merge definitions! great looking fly (lure???) another debate is whether Czech nymphing is fly fishing no fly line used?! we love a good argument!🤣👍👍

[@lindsayiflyfish]

People do like an argument, I always say what doesn’t evolve dies.

[@kevinjtoner]

I’m a squirmy fan! Very nice video, Lindsay!!!.......Thank you 👍🎣

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@TradLimePlastering]

Hi Lindsay, thanks for sharing this. This tying method works a treat. I have just tied up a few. Can't wait to give them a go. Kind Regards Mike Robinson 🎣

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Glad it was helpful Mike!

[@cpmorris1001]

Ha ha ha... nicely done Lindsay! I’ve had friends rake me over the coals telling me “euro-nymphing” isn’t fly fishing. Like you I think do what you enjoy. My biggest problem with the squrimy material is the durability. Mine fall apart after six months or so.

[@lindsayiflyfish]

I find they work well in the winter months, other than that not so much. As far as Euro-nymphing goes if its good enough for the best fly fishermen and women in the world its good enough for me.

[@thomashebson6039]

Don’t use any varnish with the squirmy material, it will eventually fall apart. I have squirmy worms in my fly box from several years ago & are still like new.

[@georgestewart5879]

I love tying flys with traditional materials, but if you can tie it on a hook it's fly tying. Nice wee worm Lindsay.

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Very true, I totally agree! If its not breathing its fair game.....lol. I don't agree with spraying smelly stuff on flies either, but thats a can of worms for another day if you will pardon the pun.

[@wildman2894]

same bashing when the mop fly came out i dont worry about peoples thoughts on what i tie only what works thanks great video

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Water of a ducks back pal ;-)

[@gldead3741]

Thank you for the video and I do use the Squirmy Worm from time to time !

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Good stuff

[@MrBlode1]

Thanks for the Pattern Lindsay, I will defo give this a go. If its a imitation of fish food I don't see the problem. 👍

[@lindsayiflyfish]

You won’t be disappointed Lewis.

[@Scott_Jackson]

I would class myself as a bit of a purest but if a fly is catching fish I’d be happy to get it on my cast. A fly like that could save a blank day. Keep the videos coming Lindsay Kind Regards, Scott

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Thanks Scott, as I say in the video if its within the rules of the fishery then live and let live. Thanks for watching pal.

[@Madmicksoutdooractivities]

Going to bash some of these up.

[@lindsayiflyfish]

They go great guns for trout and grayling.

[@Flycraft955]

Excellent video, not easy materials to tie with, that gives me a better insight in how to use the material, thank you

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Glad it was helpful!

[@robertfrancisco1193]

i would not call it a fly but, what trout or any fish would pass up a nice worm . good bait for when the fish wont hit your favorite fly !!!!!! got to give one a try thx!

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Very true!

[@rubinconineski526]

It is very good. Thank you.

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Welcome 🙏

[@brendanharkin7231]

That is a deadly looking pattern. Going to tie a few to try out at the local fishery. I would expect this do to well during the winter for the deep feeders. Fly tying materials have evolved during the years and so have the patterns. If a pattern is allowed on my local fishery then I will fish it. I have no problem with the purists who want to remain with traditional patterns and materials. There is room in this great sport for all of us but innovation in tackle and techniques is essential - George Skues is an example of someone who did this. ProTackle have all the elements required.

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Well put Brendan, folks should fish what they feel comfortable with as long as it is within the rules.

[@richardduvall6512]

Nice take on tying them I'll not give you any greef they catch fish that's for sure

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Very effective in the right conditions.

[@ChrisB-GSTK]

Whaur th' hell did ye git that lamp? ah cannae fuckin' fin' yin. Th' bloody lamps ur either tae muckle or th' fuckin' light cone is pumpin' huge. Or is wee enough bit th' batteries ur dear... Crakin' pattern by th' wey... Cheers 'n' greating Chris

[@lindsayiflyfish]

What lamp pal?

[@ChrisB-GSTK]

Yer nicely finest piece uv-lamp that ah ever seen.😁

[@upavonflyfishing3605]

Hi all, we have a couple more colours of Squiggle Worm uploaded to the website

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Is that your own personal stash....lol.

[@upavonflyfishing3605]

@@lindsayiflyfish yep 😂

[@robertvivian8100]

Lindsey wot a great patten iv been trying for 20years I will be a couple of those up if I can find out where to buy that type or materal from (and I would just like to say people should move with the times) so keep the videos coming buddy

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Robert, I think that is one of the reasons we are failing to attract younger anglers into the sport. Thanks for your support buddy.

[@duderoony]

Not my cup of tea but an attractive pattern all the same. Thank you for another one dude.

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Welcome buddy.

[@eliteflies8777]

nice mate

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Thanks pal

[@raymondhunter1544]

Great vid, will defo try this during the winter but where can I get the tapered squirmy material from as the usual stuff isn’t tapered.👍🎣

[@lindsayiflyfish]

I got it from Upavon Fly Fishing but I think they are fast running out of stock.

[@upavonflyfishing3605]

All colours back in stock now www.upavonflyfishing.co.uk/collections/fishing-accessories-1/products/mini-squiggle-worms

[@fliesbychris]

Lmao!! I've got a few different types of squirmies in my box, it's not the easiest material to work with but they work, Stay on the dark side!!! ATB Chris.

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Aye, no doubt about how effective they are pal.

[@Davidcartwright100]

Hi lindsay what vise are you using

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Hi David in this video I was using Jan Tvrdek rotary vice sadly they are no longer in production.

[@georgegrant5837]

Hi Lindsay, great method of tying these. One question, where did you get that type of squirmy material? Thanks Georg

[@lindsayiflyfish]

It came from Upavon Fly Fishing.

[@BEN10TO10]

How do you fish this kind of fly and are they legal ?

[@lindsayiflyfish]

You can fish it nymphing style or under a dry fly. Depends on the fishery if they allow them.

[@chrisfraser6777]

Hi where do you buy that worm martal from. Great videos i watch them all.cheers mate

[@lindsayiflyfish]

The link is in the description pal, but I believe they have sold out.

[@upavonflyfishing3605]

All colours back in stock now www.upavonflyfishing.co.uk/collections/fishing-accessories-1/products/mini-squiggle-worms

[@danlim3763]

Thanks for the introduction to the dark side :). In a more serious note, does the length of the tail of the squirmy tangle with the hook? Will there be a need for either a thread bump or a wrap or 2 behind the tail?

[@lindsayiflyfish]

With ordinary squirmy material I have found that happens but it is rare. Not sure about this stuff it is much thinner, I have fished this very pattern a bit and had no problems.

[@robertvivian8100]

Lindsey sorry to be a pain but where did you get the squirmy worm material from because veniards doesn't do it

[@lindsayiflyfish]

I got it from Upavon Fly Fishing pal, strangely enough he sold out today....lol.

[@upavonflyfishing3605]

All colours back in stock now www.upavonflyfishing.co.uk/collections/fishing-accessories-1/products/mini-squiggle-worms

[@chrisfraser6777]

I watch all your videos and I like all your fly's. Can you help me where do get that

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Thanks Chris, where are you based?

[@chrisfraser6777]

Where do you get the worm martal from cheers mate

[@chrisfraser6777]

I live in Aberdeen and I was looking for buy that worm martal can you please tell me where you bought it from. Cheers Linsd

[@upavonflyfishing3605]

All colours back in stock now www.upavonflyfishing.co.uk/collections/fishing-accessories-1/products/mini-squiggle-worms

[@kenflude5920]

Great fly where did you get the worm material ? I like the tapered tail 👍

[@lindsayiflyfish]

It's a Hareline product buddy but I know they are now out of stock upavonflyfishing.co.uk/shop/ols/products/mini-squiggle-worms

[@kenflude5920]

@@lindsayiflyfish ok thanks for replying I’ll keep an eye out.

[@tomharvey7436]

Pro tackle have some

[@kenflude5920]

@@tomharvey7436 Thanks Tom much appreciated.

[@upavonflyfishing3605]

All colours back in stock now www.upavonflyfishing.co.uk/collections/fishing-accessories-1/products/mini-squiggle-worms

[@Hawaiibohntr]

Where do you get that material?

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Its a hardline product now sold out from where I got it the link is in the video description buddy.

[@robertvivian8100]

Thanks buddy (sod's law lol)

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Any time!

[@cazthebaldfox]

Where can I buy these

[@lindsayiflyfish]

I only show how to tie them buddy, you have to tie them yourself.

[@cazthebaldfox]

The tails not the lure

[@lindsayiflyfish]

@@cazthebaldfox sorry, there is a link in the description of the video buddy.

[@Loyalist-ul6qm]

I've been struggling with the worm material it always splits.

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Are you using superglue? That can break it down quicker.

[@Loyalist-ul6qm]

@@lindsayiflyfish yes I'm using super glue I didn't know it damaged the squirmy material what do you suggest thanks in advance mate.

[@lindsayiflyfish]

@@Loyalist-ul6qm Don't use super glue, I use UV resin to finish the fly off.

[@Loyalist-ul6qm]

@@lindsayiflyfish you said superglue in the video man typical scotsman can't make up his mind 😂😂😂😂👌

[@lindsayiflyfish]

@@Loyalist-ul6qm Yeah but all those ones fell to bits.....lol.

[@quincym-e4680]

Everyone just copies davie mcphail style 😂

[@lindsayiflyfish]

I watch a lot of Davie's videos but never knew he did a squirmy, I thought it would be beneath him.......lol.

[@quincym-e4680]

@@lindsayiflyfish 😂😂😂🎣🎣🎣

[@russmahan4850]

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