Double Gonga – Olive
It started as a Matuka meets Wooly Bugger. But the finished Double Gonga has well thought out features: Bugger tail of dense marabou, but a fuller wrapping of schlappen for greater profile and motion in the water. Lead eyes on the underside of the hooks to ensure it rides hook down.
To give this fly an underwater sound signature, Charlie stayed away from a deer hair head. Such flies push water, but also cause it to be too buoyant. Using the soft craft fur or Polar Fibre for the head of this fly turned out to be just the solution. By placing the butt ends of these fibers into a dubbing loop, Charlie could create a thick, flowing chenille that could easily be shaped with scissors, wrapped in and around the lead eyes and would sink like a rock, yet remain natural in movement.
| Features | Description |
|---|---|
| Head Material | Soft craft fur or Polar Fibre |
| Tail | Dense marabou |
| Wrapping | Fuller schlappen for profile and motion |
| Hook Design | Lead eyes on underside to ensure hook-down action |
FAQ
What makes the Double Gonga different from other dry flies?
The Double Gonga features a dense marabou tail and fuller schlappen wrapping for improved underwater profile and motion. The use of soft craft fur or Polar Fibre in the head creates a thick, flowing chenille that sinks well without being overly buoyant.
Does the Double Gonga sink well in water?
Yes, the fly sinks like a rock due to the lead eyes on the hook and the dense, weighted head construction made with soft craft fur or Polar Fibre.
Can the chenille head be shaped easily?
Yes, the chenille head can be easily shaped with scissors, allowing for customization and precise wrapping around the lead eyes.
Carol Brown –
This fly performs exceptionally well in clear water. The sinking action is natural and it creates a realistic movement that attracts fish. I’ve used it in both still and moving water and it’s consistently effective.
Audrey Cornish –
The marabou tail and schlappen wrapping give it a great profile. It doesn’t float like other flies and stays on the bottom where fish are feeding. The chenille head is easy to shape and looks authentic.
Penelope Fraser –
I’ve tried several imitations, but the Double Gonga stands out for its motion and sink rate. It’s a bit more expensive, but worth it for the performance in trout streams.