Tutorials

How to Tie the MSP Fly | Deadly Pattern for Smallmouth & Largemouth Yellowfish

In this step-by-step fly tying tutorial, I’ll show you how to tie the MSP (Mini Scampi Pattern) – a highly effective fly for both smallmouth and largemouth yellowfish. This versatile fly has become a must-have pattern for anglers targeting yellowfish in South African rivers and streams.

Whether you’re just starting out in fly tying or refining your collection of yellowfish patterns, this tutorial will walk you through the materials, proportions, and techniques to create a durable, fish-catching MSP.

Material list:

Hook: Gamakatsu B10s (alternative for smaller sizes is the Fulling Mill Streamer Stripper)
Thread: Danville’s 210D or Textreme Power Thread 150D
Eyes: Ufudu Dumbell Eyes (alternative if you want to tie a MSP that sinks fast are the Fulling Mill Tungsten Streamer Eyes)
Hotspot: Marabou (most options will work)
Overwing: Fulling Mill Big Game Zonker (if you’re going really small on the fly, like size 8 or smaller, go for the Fulling Mill Standard Zonker)
Body: Textreme Micro Cactus Chenille
Belly: Fly Fish Food’s Bruiser Blend
UV Resin: Gulff Classic or Thinman

MSP Bugbox

We offer the MSP Bug Box which includes all the materials for you to tie 5 flies. This is a great option if you want to learn how to tie without having to buy all the materials seperately.