Zonked Pine Squirrel

[AtticaFish]

Got a $50 gift cert. thats burning a hole in my pocket. :D Was set on 2 rod holders for my kayak (right @ $50), but foolishly looked at the tying materials. :o Found this - Zonked Pine Squirrel - and wondered if anyone on here has tried these for jigs. Are they similar to rabbit strips as far as action? Would think they may be stiffer???

It says it's a whole skin and at $18 is kinda pricey, don't wanna waste money on something I'm not sure of without guidance from fellow tiers. Thanks for any info!

[OKSTATEjiggy]

I think you should go with the rod holders. Not to say that the material is good or bad, I just think that for cost-effectiveness, the rod holders would be a better choice

[Jiggin_Joe]

Rod Holders. You will be happier

JJ

[snake River]

I would buy the squirrel especially the orange crawdad color. I think that you will like it. That is just my opinion:D

[RonDon]

AF I have some squirrel strips in chartreuse. I like rabbit much better. The squirrel hair is a little shorter and much thicker than the rabbit. So I dont think it has near the action.

[azslabber]

My vote is for the rod holders,lol.Plenty of squirrel hunters out there to give you one for free.My $ 0.02.

[skiptomylu]

One thing I know is the these Pine Squirrel's are really small so may want to think about that. Can't be a lot of material since they are so small. Ever seen one's tail? I have never seen how large the body really is, but the tail I have is 5" long and 1" wide, so really small.

Maybe someone can tell you just how big one is?

Just something to consider,

Skip

[Jiggin_Joe]

again rod holders

JJ

[AtticaFish]

Thanks for the input and special thanks to a member who offered to send me a strip in the mail to see it for myself be fore I lay down $20. He only asked for my second child in return.... :D Thank you!!!!

I did a little searching online, found the right-up for it on Wapsi Fly, Inc. - Pine Squirrel - By the sounds of it, it is used for mini zonker flies down to size #14 hook.... That has peaked my interest even more, a zonker strip on a 1/64 head might be interesting, let alone a mini zonker fly. Think of the mini leach you could make, look out bluegills.

With all that said, I am getting the rod holders for sure, you guys convinced me, more benefit in the long run. But after I take a look at the actual squirrel strip, may just have to bat my eyes at the ol' wifey, suck up my walnuts, and ask pretty please. :o :rolleyes:

Thanks for your help guys!!! AF

[fish_4_all]

I would get the rod holders and see if you have enough left over for a zonker strip cutter. That way you can cut as many as you want to and have the rod holders for fishing.