SKRIMP

[Kyle Kulig]

http://www.theweeklyfly.com/

Tried Tying this little guy up last night and it is actually a pretty cool looking fly. I have yet to throw something like this at reds.  In the next few weeks I am going to LA to chase some bruisers in the marsh.  Any good pattern recommendations?  (This being said, I know that the shrimp link above is probably not a good pattern for the marsh but was a good fly to learn)  

[Bob Riggins]

For redfish, there are several patterns I like.

[Kyle Kulig]

I like kwans and have tied those along with small toads.

[Bob Riggins]

Not elitest at all.  It is relatively simple to tie and very effective if the reds are feeding on baitfish.

Here are some links:

http://www.flytyingforum.com/pattern1421.html

http://www.laflyfish.com/flies/prince-of-tides.php

http://suncoastflyfishers.com/PDF/10_07.pdf
go to page 6.  This one has the best instructions.

The bend in the hook is about 30 deg.  I use gold or rainbow mylar flash for the underbody and overwrap it with clear Larva Lace.  A lot of people overwrap with heavy mono.

[cole m.]

I bet lmb would tear that up as well.

[dan h]

Would bet they will work well.

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