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Featured Flies – Saltwater flies created by fly tying enthusiasts from all over the globe.

Merkin Crab: Pink & Blue

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Fly-Tying Materials

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[list_item]Mustad 34007SS (#2)[/list_item]
[list_item]UTC 210, fluorescent shell pink[/list_item]
[list_item]Brass Eyes, medium, gold[/list_item]
[list_item]EP Fiber, pale olive minnow[/list_item]
[list_item]EP Fiber, sky blue[/list_item]
[list_item]Krystal Flash, red/ pearl[/list_item]
[list_item]Krystal Flash, black/ pearl[/list_item]
[list_item]Rooster Neck, prime, chinchilla[/list_item]
[list_item]Berkley Vanish, Fluorocarbon, 40 lb, clear, melted (dipped in Sally Hansen’s Black nail polish)[/list_item]
[list_item]Berkley Vanish, Fluorocarbon, 40 lb, clear (weed guard)[/list_item]
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Design Inspiration & Detail

If you fish South Florida and the Keys, you can’t have too many pink/ blue Merkin crabs in the fly box. Blue Crabs are indigenous and plentiful along all coastlines. Any combination of a natural, pink, and blue in the shape of a crab will yield Bonefish and Permit. Have fun experimenting!

Target Species

This particular fly was designed to attract Bonefish and Permit – Redfish and other species will also take the fly.

Smoke & Mirrors: Bonefish Clouser

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Fly-Tying Materials

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[list_item]Mustad 34007SS (#4)[/list_item]
[list_item]UTC 210, tan[/list_item]
[list_item]UTC 210, fluorescent red[/list_item]
[list_item]Brass Eyes, medium, gold[/list_item]
[list_item]Crystal Flash, mirror (manufactured by Rumpf)[/list_item]
[list_item]Badger, small[/list_item]
[list_item]Arctic Fox Fur, white[/list_item]
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Design Inspiration & Detail

Having a sandy colored Clouser or shrimp fly in the box is always a smart idea. Adding colored crystal flash or banded fur makes the pattern even better. Using olive, copper, orange, pink, red, purple, blue, black, and numerous others simply give the fly amazing life. Have fun experimenting!

Target Species

This particular fly was designed to attract Bonefish and Permit – many other species will also take the fly.

Blue Crab: Our Signature Merkin

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Recreate fly patterns at home! Materials used in making this fly have been included below. Always keep in mind your local fly-fishing store will most likely have the materials referenced, and typically for less. Materials can also be found at Amazon or any other major on-line resource.

Fly-Tying Materials

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[list_item]Mustad 34007SS (#4)[/list_item]
[list_item]UTC 210, tan[/list_item]
[list_item]Brass Eyes, medium, gold[/list_item]
[list_item]Berkley Vanish 40 lb Fluorocarbon, clear, melted (dipped in Sally Hansen’s Black nail polish)[/list_item]
[list_item]EP Fiber, beige[/list_item]
[list_item]EP Fiber, eel green (across)[/list_item]
[list_item]Krystal Flash, royal blue[/list_item]
[list_item]Krystal Flash, black/ pearl[/list_item]
[list_item]Rooster Saddle, red[/list_item]
[list_item]Berkley Vanish 40 lb Fluorocarbon, clear (weed guard)[/list_item]
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Design Inspiration & Detail

If you fish South Florida and the Keys, you can’t have too many pink/ blue Merkin crabs in the fly box. Blue Crabs are indigenous and plentiful along all coastlines. Any combination of a natural, pink, and blue in the shape of a crab will yield Bonefish and Permit. Have fun experimenting!

Target Species

This particular fly was designed to attract Bonefish and Permit – Redfish and other species will also take the fly.

Bendback: Wired in Orange

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Fly-Tying Materials

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[list_item]Mustad 34007SS Hook (#4)[/list_item]
[list_item]UTC 210 Thread, Black[/list_item]
[list_item]UTC Wire, Large, Hot Orange[/list_item]
[list_item]Bucktail, Orange[/list_item]
[list_item]Bucktail, Dark Brown[/list_item]
[list_item]Krystal Flash, Copper[/list_item]
[list_item]Krystal Flash, Fluorescent Fire Orange[/list_item]
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Design Inspiration & Detail

The inspiration behind the design included melting together the “easy to fish” characteristics of a bendback, an easy to tie Crazy Charlie pattern, wire wrapping for additional weight, and a nice burnt orange color to simulate shrimp. Shrimp on the barB for Bonefish!

Target Species

This particular fly was designed to attract Bonefish and Permit – many other species will also take the fly.

Caribbean Candy: Bonefish Clousers

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Recreate fly patterns at home! Materials used in making this fly have been included below. Always keep in mind your local fly-fishing store will most likely have the materials referenced, and typically for less. Materials can also be found at Amazon or any other major on-line resource.

Fly-Tying Materials

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[list_item]Mustad 34007SS (#4)[/list_item]
[list_item]UTC 210, fluorescent shell pink (fluorescent pink also pictured) [/list_item]
[list_item]Brass Eyes, small, nickel[/list_item]
[list_item]Krystal Flash, olive/ pearl[/list_item]
[list_item]Crystal Flash, mirror (manufactured by Rumpf)[/list_item]
[list_item]Bucktail, grey[/list_item]
[list_item]Arctic Fox Fur, white[/list_item]
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Design Inspiration & Detail

After making this fly and taking a good look at it, I could tell it was going to be a must-have for ever fly-box when fishing Caribbean waters. The white Arctic Fox and grey bucktail make a perfect natural and neutral base. Adding a splash of pink and some crystal flash really gave the fly some life. Be creative and change up colors. Add silicone legs maybe. Options for upgrading the pattern are endless.

Target Species

This particular fly was designed to attract Bonefish and Permit – many other species (i.e. Pompano, other Jacks, etc.) will also take the fly.

Keylime Crust: A Bonefish Clouser for the Keys

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Recreate fly patterns at home! Materials used in making this fly have been included below. Always keep in mind your local fly-fishing store will most likely have the materials referenced, and typically for less. Materials can also be found at Amazon or any other major on-line resource.

Fly-Tying Materials

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[list_item]Mustad 34007SS (#4)[/list_item]
[list_item]UTC 210, fluorescent chartreuse[/list_item]
[list_item]Beadchain Eyes, large, gold[/list_item]
[list_item]Krystal Flash, rainbow/ pearl[/list_item]
[list_item]Crystal Flash, mirror (manufactured by Rumpf)[/list_item]
[list_item]Bucktail, camel[/list_item]
[list_item]Arctic Fox Fur, white[/list_item]
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Design Inspiration & Detail

Another great fly for fishing South Florida and Caribbean flats. The natural colors and splash of chartreuse are perfect for attracting all crustacean eating predators. As always, adding a splash of crystal flash really gives the fly some life. Be creative and change up colors. Add silicone legs maybe. Options for upgrading the pattern are endless.

Target Species

This particular fly was designed to attract Bonefish and Permit – many other species (i.e. Pompano, other Jacks, etc.) will also take the fly.

Bonefish Clouser: Pale Orange

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Recreate fly patterns at home! Materials used in making this fly have been included below. Always keep in mind your local fly-fishing store will most likely have the materials referenced, and typically for less. Materials can also be found at Amazon or any other major on-line resource.

Fly-Tying Materials

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[list_item]Mustad 34007SS Hook (#4)[/list_item]
[list_item]UTC Thread, 210, Black[/list_item]
[list_item]Brass Eyes, Medium, Gold[/list_item]
[list_item]Krystal Flash, Gold[/list_item]
[list_item]Krystal Flash, Copper[/list_item]
[list_item]Krystal Flash, Fluorescent Fire Orange[/list_item]
[list_item]Bucktail, Pale Orange[/list_item]
[list_item]Badger, Small[/list_item]
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Design Inspiration & Detail

Another great fly for fishing South Florida and Caribbean flats. The natural colors and splash of pale orange are perfect for attracting all crustacean eating predators. As always, adding a splash of crystal flash really gives the fly some life. Be creative and change up colors. Add silicone legs maybe. Options for upgrading the pattern are endless.

Target Species

This particular fly was designed to attract Bonefish and Permit – many other species (i.e. Pompano, other Jacks, etc.) will also take the fly.

Tiger Shrimp

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Recreate fly patterns at home! Materials used in making this fly have been included below. Always keep in mind your local fly-fishing store will most likely have the materials referenced, and typically for less. Materials can also be found at Amazon or any other major on-line resource.

Fly-Tying Materials

[list]
[list_item]Mustad 34007SS (#4)[/list_item]
[list_item]UTC 210, black[/list_item]
[list_item]Brass Eyes, medium, gold[/list_item]
[list_item]Bucktail, dark brown[/list_item]
[list_item]Marabou, grizzly, burnt orange[/list_item]
[list_item]Krystal Flash, gold[/list_item]
[list_item]Krystal Flash, black/ pearl[/list_item]
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Design Inspiration & Detail

Another great fly for fishing the backwaters of South Florida. The natural colors and splash of pale orange are perfect for attracting all crustacean eating predators. As always, adding a splash of crystal flash really gives the fly some life. Be creative and change up colors. Add silicone legs maybe. Options for upgrading the pattern are endless.

Target Species

This particular fly was designed to attract Snook and Redfish – jacks many other species will also take the fly. Toss this up within two feet of the mangrove line, it’s lethal.

Peach Deceiver with Mirror Flash

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Recreate fly patterns at home! Materials used in making this fly have been included below. Always keep in mind your local fly-fishing store will most likely have the materials referenced, and typically for less. Materials can also be found at Amazon or any other major on-line resource.

Fly-Tying Materials

[list]
[list_item]Mustad 34007SS (#4)[/list_item]
[list_item]UTC 210, fluorescent shell pink[/list_item]
[list_item]Bead Chain Eyes, large, black[/list_item]
[list_item]Sparkle Braid, peach/ pearl[/list_item]
[list_item]EP Fibers, pale olive minnow[/list_item]
[list_item]EP Fibers, red[/list_item]
[list_item]Krystal Flash, mirror[/list_item]
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Design Inspiration & Detail

Simply experimenting with this rendition of a small baitfish. Figured I would try this out in the backwaters of South Florida. Some pinks/ reds and some natural colors with a little mirror crystal flash should produce some results. Be creative and change up colors. Options for upgrading the pattern are endless.

Target Species

This particular fly was designed to attract Snook and Redfish – jacks many other species will also take the fly.

Mangrove Shrimp: White

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Recreate fly patterns at home! Materials used in making this fly have been included below. Always keep in mind your local fly-fishing store will most likely have the materials referenced, and typically for less. Materials can also be found at Amazon or any other major on-line resource.

Fly-Tying Materials

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[list_item]Mustad 34007SS (#1/0)[/list_item]
[list_item]UTC Monofilament, clear (0.006)[/list_item]
[list_item]Bead Chain Eyes, medium, black[/list_item]
[list_item]Senyo’s Laser Dubbing, rusty bronze[/list_item]
[list_item]Berkley 30 lb mono, clear, melted (colored w black Sharpie)[/list_item]
[list_item]EP Fibers, white[/list_item]
[list_item]Crazy Legs, white/ barred, silver flake[/list_item]
[list_item]Peacock[/list_item]
[list_item]Flashabou, tan/ pearl[/list_item]
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Design Inspiration & Detail

Special thanks to Davis Brown for sharing this fly. Another great fly for fishing the backwaters of South Florida. The natural shrimp colors and various appendages (legs, eyes, antennule, etc.) are perfect for attracting all crustacean eating predators. Be creative and change up colors.

Target Species

This particular fly was designed to attract Snook and Redfish – jacks many other species will also take the fly. Toss this up within two feet of the mangrove line, it’s lethal.