The Crant

The Crant

This is one of my goto patterns for slow summer bluegill fishing. Its called the Crant because it looks like a mix between an ant and a cricket in the water.

Materials

Hook size 10

Thread UTC 70 Black

UV Black ICE dub

Black 2mm foam

Yellow 2mm foam

Black rubber legs

 1. secure hook in vise.

 2. Wrap thread to the end.

 3. Dub the shank up to just behind the eye. Then move thread about 1/3 of the way down the shank.

 4. Place a tiny drop of glue.

 5. Trim end of a strip of foam to a tail point and then tie on.

 6. The glue will make this super durable.

 7. Fold over the front to make a head.

 8. Tie on one leg on each side.

 9. Add the yellow foam on top for sighting.

 10. Trim to desired length.

11. Whip finish and Enjoy.

Thanks Chris