The Tying Sessions Ep:31, Jungle series, The Heavy Bunny.

The heavy bunny! Just because it doesn't matter where you go in the world or what kind of fish you're after, a simple bunny will always gives you results.

This model is supercharged! Remember this is to target AIMARA and not to be confused with the ARAPAIMA.

Aimara above not to be mistaken for the Arapaima below

The AIMARA is a top predator , fearless, and would eat anything that moves ( I read stories of aimaras ripping of legs of a dead monkey...)
The flies need to make an impression, especially when they enter the water, a big splash is a dinner bell for the wolf fish. I plan on using the heavy bunny on 10 and 12 weight rods. I will , closer to my departure have an article in details of what gear i will be packing.
A big silicone skirt and a rattle for movement and noise. Only after a week fishing i will know how durable they are. The rattles are easily changeable...

For the zonkers, i have always been a fan of DIY strips. Cutting your own strips from a full pelt will give you nicer and bigger strips. The "magnum" zonkers you find in shops simply doesn't cut it for me. I like using 10 to 12mm wide strips, they move more water and last longer.I have been using them for years for my pike flies. Not the easiest to cast, but it's not intended to be used all day long... This is not a "search bait"...
For the weedguard you can go heavy, double 80lbs fluoro will keep your fly from snagging anywhere, bump it on rocks, bounce it on logs, perfect for inciting a take under heavy cover!
The bite of these fish is strong, they will clamp your fly hard! 80lbs weedguard will give no problem under the pressure of the jaws, making for safe and certain hook ups.

More flies are in the making so keep an eye on the blog and my social media for upcoming models.