According to Blane Chocklett’s original design, the Jerk Changer is an articulated fly that when stripped, displays a ton of erratic movement due to the multiple linked shanks in its build. Here, Conrad Botes ties the Jerk Changer, intended for targeting freshwater streamer-eating fish, using Blane’s Chocklett Chenille as the main body material. Conrad says, “The key is to try to make the tail portion the same length as the head portion. This will ensure optimal movement, where the tail follows the head of the fly as it’s stripped.” Check out how he ties them in this video.  

In this step-by-step fly tying tutorial, Conrad takes us through how to tie the Jerk Changer, and how to fish with it. Watch the full video below.

JERK CHANGER MATERIALS:

• Hook: Grip 21571BN #2
• Linkages: Game Changer Shanks or DIY
• Tail: Hen hackle
• Body: Chocklett chenille

Conrad Botes and MC Coetzee used the Jerk Changer to catch tigerfish in Zambia, as seen in The Mission issue 49 below. It’s free!

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