Composite Loop Beast

The Composite Loop Beast tutorial demonstrates how to create a Reverse Bulkhead and a Composite Loop Head on a Hollow Fleye.

These techniques are useful for building a large baitfish profile with intentional shape and structure at the front of the fly.

Reverse Bulkhead Construction

The Reverse Bulkhead section of the pattern helps establish the front profile of the fly. This construction approach allows the tyer to create shape and presence without simply adding more material.

The goal is to build a defined front section that supports the overall baitfish silhouette of the Hollow Fleye.

Composite Loop Head

The Composite Loop Head adds another layer of control to the front of the pattern. In this tutorial, the loop is used as part of the head construction to help complete the large-fly profile.

Combining the Reverse Bulkhead with the Composite Loop Head gives the tyer a repeatable framework for shaping the front of a Hollow Fleye.

A Large Hollow Fleye Technique

This tutorial belongs in the Large Bait Fish section of the Squimpish library and focuses on construction techniques for a substantial Hollow Fleye profile.