{"title":"Permit Flies","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePermit Flies Quick Picks\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for Belize \u0026amp; Mexico:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tridentflyfishing.com\/products\/bauer-crab-fly?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=Bauer+Crab\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003eBauer Crab\u003c\/a\u003e - The gold standard for Caribbean permit, featuring heavy dumbbell eyes to reach the bottom quickly where fish feed. Its realistic profile and prominent claws trigger aggressive strikes from tailing fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for Indo-Pacific:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/tridentflyfishing.com\/products\/umpqua-alphlexo-crab-fly\"\u003eAlphlexo Crab\u003c\/a\u003e - Designed for the Seychelles and Australia, this durable pattern uses a flexo-tubing body to withstand coral abrasion. It sinks correctly and maintains its shape even after multiple refusals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest All-Around Crab:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tridentflyfishing.com\/products\/raghead-crab-fly?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=Raghead+Crab\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003eRaghead Crab\u003c\/a\u003e - A versatile pattern available in multiple weights and colors to match any flat bottom. The built-in weed guard allows you to strip it through turtle grass without snagging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Shrimp Imitation:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tridentflyfishing.com\/products\/enrico-puglisi-spawning-shrimp-fly?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=EP+Spawning+Shrimp\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003eEP Spawning Shrimp\u003c\/a\u003e - Essential when permit are keying on shrimp rather than crabs. The synthetic fibers provide lifelike movement and translucency that fools wary fish in clear water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Keel-Style Fly:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tridentflyfishing.com\/products\/strong-arm-merkin-fly?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=Strong+Arm+Merkin\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003eStrong Arm Merkin\u003c\/a\u003e - Features a unique claw design that acts as a keel, ensuring the fly always lands hook-point up. This stability is critical for making accurate presentations to cruising fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Choose Permit Flies\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSelecting the right fly for permit is often the difference between a refusal and a hookup. These notoriously picky fish require precise presentations with patterns that match the local forage and conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWeight and Sink Rate\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy (Lead\/Tungsten Eyes):\u003c\/strong\u003e Essential for deeper flats or strong currents where you need the fly to get to the bottom instantly. Permit often feed with their tails out of the water, looking down, so your fly must be on the bottom to be seen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedium (Bead Chain):\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for shallow water (1-3 feet) where a loud splash might spook fish. These land softer and sink slower, giving you more time to position the fly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnweighted:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rarely used for permit unless they are tailing in extremely skinny water or floating in channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eColor Selection\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMatch the Bottom:\u003c\/strong\u003e The golden rule of permit fishing is to blend your fly with the substrate. Use \u003cstrong\u003eTan\/Sand\u003c\/strong\u003e patterns for sandy flats, \u003cstrong\u003eOlive\u003c\/strong\u003e for turtle grass or darker bottoms, and \u003cstrong\u003eWhite\/Cream\u003c\/strong\u003e for white sand flats.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContrast:\u003c\/strong\u003e Some patterns incorporate small hot spots (orange or yellow) to grab the fish's attention without looking unnatural.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSize and Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost permit flies range from size #2 to #6. A good rule of thumb is to carry patterns in three sizes: roughly the size of a dime, a nickel, and a quarter. Smaller flies work better in calm, clear conditions, while larger profiles are necessary in choppy water or for larger fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Durability\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRinse Freshwater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saltwater is highly corrosive. Always rinse your flies with fresh water after a trip and let them dry completely before closing your box to prevent hook rust.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCheck Hook Points:\u003c\/strong\u003e Permit have tough, rubbery mouths. Inspect your hook point frequently and sharpen it after every snag or catch to ensure solid penetration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeed Guards:\u003c\/strong\u003e Many permit flies come with mono weed guards. Keep these intact when fishing grassy areas, but you can clip them off for open sand flats if you prefer a cleaner hook set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eComplete Your Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch4\u003eRelated Gear\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/tridentflyfishing.com\/collections\/saltwater-fly-rods\"\u003eSaltwater Fly Rods\u003c\/a\u003e - Fast-action rods in 9wt or 10wt are standard for delivering heavy crab flies into the wind.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tridentflyfishing.com\/search?q=saltwater+lines\u0026amp;_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=saltwater+lines\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003eSaltwater Fly Lines\u003c\/a\u003e - Tropical floating lines with aggressive tapers help turn over bulky permit patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tridentflyfishing.com\/collections\/fly-fishing-tippet?sort_by=best-selling\u0026amp;filter.v.price.gte=\u0026amp;filter.v.price.lte=\u0026amp;filter.p.m.custom.leader_material=Fluorocarbon\"\u003eFluorocarbon Tippet\u003c\/a\u003e - Abrasion-resistant fluorocarbon (12lb-20lb) is mandatory for invisible presentations and surviving coral rub.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/tridentflyfishing.com\/collections\/bonefish-flies\"\u003eBonefish Flies\u003c\/a\u003e - Permit often share the flats with bonefish, so keep a selection of Gotchas and Charlies handy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eRelated Guides\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tridentflyfishing.com\/blogs\/all\/the-top-10-best-permit-flies?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=7f7cb285f\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eThe Top 10 Best Permit Flies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePermit Flies FAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the most important factor in choosing a permit fly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sink rate is critical. You must choose a fly with the right weight (lead eyes vs. bead chain) to reach the bottom quickly without spooking the fish upon entry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Do I need specific flies for Belize vs. Mexico?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e While many patterns work in both, Belize permit often favor smaller crabs like the Bauer Crab in sizes #4-6, while Mexico permit may take larger patterns. Always carry a range of sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Should I use a weed guard on my permit flies?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, if you are fishing over turtle grass or mixed bottoms. A weed guard prevents the hook from snagging vegetation, which ruins the presentation and can spook the fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the difference between a bonefish fly and a permit fly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Permit flies are generally larger, heavier, and designed to imitate crabs, whereas bonefish flies are smaller, lighter, and typically imitate shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I store my saltwater flies?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a slit-foam fly box that holds hooks securely. Ensure the box is ventilated or leave it open after rinsing your flies to allow moisture to escape and prevent rust.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"avalon-permit-fly","title":"Avalon Permit Fly","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA fly designed for catching one of the toughest fish on the flats, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAvalon Permit Fly puts the odds in your favor whenever you're in pursuit of those saltwater yellow bellies. Originally The Avalon Permit Fly is one that you can fish as a general searching pattern, and it works well to give both a crab and even a shrimp imitation. The Avalon Permit Fly is tied in a slightly unorthodox manner and features rubber legs and flash, claws tied delta style, a pearl Diamond Braid shellback, dumbbell eyes, anda beaded keel that provides an enticing rattle. This construction ensures that your fly always rides with the hook up while maximizing the lifelike motion needed to fool these picky fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA great choice when wading flats or fishing off of a skiff, the Avalon Permit Fly has inherent motion whether it's resting in the water or being stripped, and this is a fly that benefits from the occasional pause in its retrieve. Whether you're looking to catch your first permit or need a fly that will lead you to a Grand Slam, the Avalon Permit Fly is sure to leave you impressed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003eColors Available:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTan - Heavyweight, Tan - Lightweight\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003eSizes Available:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Umpqua","offers":[{"title":"Tan - Heavyweight \/ 2","offer_id":48477466657001,"sku":"SKU052857056730-LG001","price":5.09,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan - Lightweight \/ 2","offer_id":48477466689769,"sku":"SKU052857056679-SM001","price":5.09,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/umpqua-flies-avalon-permit-fly-1199967309.jpg?v=1761699850"},{"product_id":"bauer-crab-fly","title":"Bauer Crab Fly","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Bauer Crab is a staple pattern for saltwater anglers chasing permit, bonefish, and redfish on the flats. This fly serves as a reliable crustacean imitation that gets down quickly and stays in the feeding zone. It belongs in your saltwater box because of its proven ability to fool wary fish in shallow water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat It Imitates\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis pattern mimics small crabs found on tropical flats and marsh bottoms. It replicates the profile and movement of these crustaceans as they scuttle across the sand or hide in grass. The rubber legs provide lifelike motion even when the fly is sitting still.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow To Use It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFish this pattern on a floating line with a long fluorocarbon leader to avoid spooking fish. Cast the fly ahead of a cruising fish and let it sink to the bottom. Once the fish spots the fly, use small strips to make it look like a fleeing crab or let it sit if the fish is tailing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt works best when stripped slowly to kick up small puffs of sand. This action simulates a crab trying to bury itself and often triggers an aggressive eat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen To Use It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTie this on when fishing shallow flats or grass beds where crabs are the main food source. It performs well in both sunny and cloudy conditions due to its realistic silhouette. Use the Tan color on sandy bottoms and the Light Olive version when fishing over turtle grass or darker substrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy We Like It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe appreciate how quickly this fly sinks and how well it sits hook-point up to avoid snags. The rubber legs add crucial movement that triggers strikes from picky permit and bonefish. It is durable enough to withstand the crushing jaws of saltwater predators.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eComparisons\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBauer Crab vs. Raghead Crab:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Bauer Crab typically has a more compact body compared to the wider profile of a Raghead Crab. You might choose the Raghead when you need a larger silhouette to get a fish's attention in deeper water. The Bauer Crab is often better for shallower water where a subtle presentation is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBauer Crab vs. EP Crab:\u003c\/strong\u003e The EP Crab uses synthetic fibers that make it descend slower than the Bauer Crab. Choose the Bauer Crab when you need to reach the bottom fast in current. The EP Crab is a better choice for suspending in the water column or fishing over very shallow grass where a heavy fly might snag.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBauer Crab vs. Flexo Crab:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Flexo Crab utilizes flexible tubing for the body while the Bauer Crab relies on traditional tying materials for its shape. You might prefer the Bauer Crab for its classic movement and softer landing. The Flexo Crab is often chosen for its extreme durability and specific sink rate.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Umpqua","offers":[{"title":"4 \/ Light Olive","offer_id":48477468492009,"sku":"SKU052857155280-LG056","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 \/ Tan","offer_id":48477468524777,"sku":"SKU052857155297-LG069","price":7.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 \/ Light Olive","offer_id":48477468557545,"sku":"SKU052857155433-LG048","price":7.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 \/ Tan","offer_id":48477468590313,"sku":"SKU052857155440-LG014","price":7.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 \/ Light Olive","offer_id":48649943089385,"sku":"SKU052857256352-LG049","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"8 \/ Tan","offer_id":48649943122153,"sku":"SKU052857256369-LG046","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/umpqua-flies-bauer-crab-fly-1199967293.jpg?v=1761695886"},{"product_id":"cathys-fleeing-crab-fly","title":"Cathy's Fleeing Crab Fly","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA fly that you can count on, whether you're chasing picky permit in the Florida Keys or sight fishing to striped bass on an ebbing tide in New England, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCathy's Fleeing Crab Fly is an important addition to any saltwater fly box. Cathy's Fleeing Crab Fly was originally tied by Cathy Beck as a saltwater crab imitation that moves well and looks like a crab that's making a clean escape, and with a construction of marabou, rubber legs, EP Fiber, and heavy dumbbell eyes, it does a fine job at meeting its goal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA solid choice anywhere crabs are present, Cathy's Fleeing Crab is a great pattern when fishing flats, tidal estuaries, open beaches, and river mouths. This is a fly that you can count on anytime crabs are present, so from late spring through fall in the northeast and all year long in warmer to more tropical environments. An easy fly to fish, Cathy's Fleeing Crab should be stripped back to you with the occasional pause. A fly that will help you hook any bottom-dweller around, this is a crab fly that you don't want to leave out of your arsenal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003eColors Available:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTan\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003eSizes Available:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e02, 04, 06\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Umpqua","offers":[{"title":"Tan \/ 2","offer_id":48477490315497,"sku":"SKU052857166309-LG026","price":5.09,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Tan \/ 4","offer_id":48477490348265,"sku":"SKU052857166316-LG015","price":5.09,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Tan \/ 6","offer_id":48477490381033,"sku":"SKU052857166323-LG002","price":5.09,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/umpqua-flies-cathy-s-fleeing-crab-fly-1199967094.jpg?v=1761920164"},{"product_id":"chernobyl-crab-fly","title":"Chernobyl Crab Fly","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFrom tough permit on a sandy flat to a massive school of tailing redfish, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eChernobyl Crab Fly can catch them all and then some. Designed by one of the best artists around, Tim Borski, the Chernobyl Crab is a buggy crab pattern that can be fished in a variety of saltwater environments like flats, river systems, river mouths, tidal marshes, open beaches, and more. A great fly for fishing southern tropical areas as well as northeast salt, the Chernobyl Crab Fly has a look that attracts fish and a body that moves even when it is sitting still.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Chernobyl Crab should be fished along the bottom of the water column and, depending on the depth of water, can be fished on a floating, intermediate, or sinking line. This is a great pattern for imitating a variety of crabs, but it is also an excellent searching pattern due to its natural movement and buggy look. 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Designed by master saltwater angler Drew Chicone, this fly makes for a great attractor pattern that also does a fine job at imitating crustaceans like shrimp and small crabs, as well as some smaller baitfish. Chicone's Bone Appetite Fly is full of movement and flash, with a rabbit fur wing, Krystal Flash tail, and clear legs flecked with flash. This fly creates excellent motion whether it’s stationary on the sand or being stripped across a flat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eChicone's Bone Appetite Fly is a true fish catcher and will work well whether you’re in the Florida Keys casting to bones and permit or staring into some skinny water along the northeast searching out stripers. When it comes to fishing Chicone's Bone Appetite, it’s important to utilize a stripped retrieve and vary the speed and tempo until you figure the fish out. 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Designed in Florida by master tier Drew Chichone, the Tide Slave serves as a searching pattern that also resembles a shrimp. Chicone ties this fly with natural movement as a prominent feature, and its construction of rubber legs, realistic eyes, and a fur body flawlessly meet the mark.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA fly that's great for fishing tidal flats, channel cuts, tidal estuaries, and open beaches, the Tide Slave pulses in the water whether it's sitting still or being crept along the sand. Chicones Tide Slave is commonly fished in the color combo of tan and orange and in sizes 2-4. This fly is a great choice regardless of when you're on the water, and it's a fly that should never be left at home whenever you're pursuing tough fish like bonefish and permit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003eColors Available:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTan\/orange\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003eSizes Available:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e02, 04\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Umpqua","offers":[{"title":"Tan\/Orange \/ 2","offer_id":48477493919977,"sku":"SKU052857211658-LG016","price":8.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan\/Orange \/ 4","offer_id":48477493952745,"sku":"SKU052857211665-LG060","price":8.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/umpqua-flies-chicone-s-tide-slave-fly-1199967053.jpg?v=1761951850"},{"product_id":"contraband-crab-fly","title":"Contraband Crab Fly","description":"\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"html\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Contraband Crab Fly is one of those crab patterns that you can confidently fish whether you're on a sunny flat in the Bahamas looking for bones or a foggy river mouth in Rhode Island seeking out striped bass. Coming from the mind of Drew Chicone, he created the Contraband Crab Fly for stalking sandy flats and beaches of Florida and designed the fly based on inspiration from the Bauer Crab, Scotch-Brite Crab, and McFly Crab. Attempting to take the best parts of each of these patterns, Chicone invented the Contraband Crab Fly and has seen that it's an excellent choice when pursuing permit but also a reliable crab for a variety of species ranging from reds to bass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTied with a Scotch-Brite scouring pad body, rubber legs, chenille claws, and realistic eyes, the Contraband Crab is a durable and realistic pattern that can be fished in a variety of inshore environments. Keep one in your box every time you're hitting the salt and it won't take long to figure out how important this fly can be.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003eSizes Available:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e4\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003eColors Available:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eOlive, Tan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Umpqua","offers":[{"title":"Olive \/ 4","offer_id":48477506699497,"sku":"SKU052857209891-LG056","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan \/ 4","offer_id":48477506732265,"sku":"SKU052857209907-LG040","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/umpqua-flies-contraband-crab-fly-1199944209.jpg?v=1761709686"},{"product_id":"crab-rangoon-fly","title":"Crab Rangoon Fly","description":"\u003cp\u003eDo not let the funny name fool you. The Crab Rangoon Fly is a serious pattern designed to trick some of the pickiest fish in the ocean. This fly is a \"Pato style\" raghead crab imitation that has earned a solid reputation on the flats of the Yucatan and Belize. It features a realistic profile that lands softly but sinks quickly to the bottom where permit and bonefish feed. The combination of a tan body, barred rubber legs, and a pulsing marabou tail creates a lifeline illusion that predatory fish cannot ignore. It is a must-have pattern for your saltwater box when targeting permit, bonefish, and redfish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat It Imitates\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis pattern imitates small crabs that inhabit shallow saltwater flats. The design uses a \"raghead\" body shape to mimic the broad carapace of a crab. It features grizzly hackle claws and rubber legs that move independently to look like a scurrying crustacean. The marabou tail adds subtle movement even when the fly is sitting still, simulating a crab trying to hide in the sand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow To Use It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFish this fly on a floating line with a long fluorocarbon leader. When you spot a fish, cast the fly well ahead of its path and let it sink to the bottom. Once the fish gets close, use long, slow strips to make the fly crawl across the sand. If the fish follows but does not eat, stop stripping and let the fly settle. The rubber legs and marabou will continue to move, often triggering a bite from a curious fish. Keep your rod tip low and be ready to set the hook with a firm strip strike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen To Use It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis fly shines on tropical flats with sandy or grassy bottoms. It is an excellent choice for fishing in Belize and Mexico, where permit are known to favor crab patterns with yellow eyes. Use it when the sun is high and fish are actively tailing or cruising in search of food. The weed guard allows you to fish it confidently near turtle grass and coral patches without snagging constantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy We Like It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe love this fly because it solves the problem of rejected casts from picky permit. The \"Crab Rangoon\" name might make you hungry, but the design makes fish hungry. The specific inclusion of yellow eyes on many versions of this pattern is a known secret for triggering strikes in the Caribbean. It sinks well enough to reach the bottom quickly but lands softly enough not to spook spooky fish in shallow water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eComparisons\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrab Rangoon Fly vs. Umpqua Strong Arm Merkin:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e The Strong Arm Merkin is a classic crab pattern made with stiff yarn and a hard epoxy body. It sinks very fast and has a rigid profile. The Crab Rangoon uses softer materials like felt and marabou, giving it more natural movement in the water. You might choose the Merkin for deeper water or strong currents, but the Crab Rangoon is often better for shallower water where a delicate presentation is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrab Rangoon Fly vs. Alphlexo Crab:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e The Alphlexo Crab features a woven body that is extremely durable and realistic. It is a premium fly that matches specific crab species perfectly. The Crab Rangoon is a more impressionistic pattern that suggests life rather than copying it exactly. The Crab Rangoon is typically more affordable and easier to cast, making it a great searching pattern, while the Alphlexo is best for highly pressured fish that have seen everything else.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrab Rangoon Fly vs. Crazy Charlie:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e The Crazy Charlie is primarily a shrimp imitation, while the Crab Rangoon mimics a crab. If you are seeing fish tailing hard and digging in the sand, they are likely eating crabs, making the Rangoon the better choice. If fish are cruising quickly and snatching bait from the water column, they may be targeting shrimp, in which case the Crazy Charlie would be the superior option.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Montana Fly Company","offers":[{"title":"Natural\/Yellow Eye \/ 4","offer_id":48477536321769,"sku":"SKU840314532367-LG058","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Natural\/Yellow Eye \/ 6","offer_id":48477536354537,"sku":"SKU840314532374-LG016","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/montana-fly-company-flies-crab-rangoon-fly-1199966431.jpg?v=1761717244"},{"product_id":"danger-muffin-crab-fly","title":"Danger Muffin Crab Fly","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Danger Muffin Crab is a must-have pattern for anglers targeting picky permit, bonefish, and redfish on the flats. Designed by Doug McKnight, this fly solves the puzzle of reluctant fish with a unique blend of materials that look alive in the water. It features a heavy dumbbell eye to get down quickly and a weed guard that allows you to fish it confidently in turtle grass or coral. If you need a realistic crab pattern that lands softly but sinks fast, this is the fly to tie on.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat It Imitates\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis pattern mimics a small reef crab or swimming crab found on saltwater flats. The body uses a special mix of deer hair and rabbit fur to create a mottled, natural look that matches the shell of a real crab. Its laser-cut claws and chenille legs provide a lifelike profile that fools even the most pressured fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow To Use It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFish this fly with a strip-and-pause retrieve to mimic a crab fleeing and then hiding on the bottom. Cast the fly close to the fish and let it settle. When the fish approaches, give it a long, smooth strip to get the legs moving, then stop to let it dive again. The lead eyes ensure it stays near the bottom where crabs live. You can also drag it slowly across sandy patches to create a small puff of silt.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen To Use It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse the Danger Muffin when you are fishing over grassy bottoms or mixed coral flats where real crabs are abundant. It shines in clear water conditions where fish get a good look at the fly and require a realistic presentation. The olive and tan colors are perfect for blending into turtle grass, while the tan or brown versions work well on sand or rocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy We Like It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe recommend this fly because of its unique body material. The combination of deer hair and rabbit fur absorbs water to help it sink but still lands softer than hard epoxy crabs. This soft entry is critical when casting to spooky fish in shallow water. The realistic claws and legs add movement that stiff patterns cannot match.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eComparisons\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDanger Muffin Crab vs Alphlexo Crab:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Alphlexo Crab creates its body shape using stiff mesh tubing, which makes it extremely durable and consistent in profile. The Danger Muffin uses natural fur and hair, which gives it a softer texture and more movement in the water. Choose the Alphlexo for durability when fishing around sharp coral, but choose the Danger Muffin when you need maximum realism for picky fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDanger Muffin Crab vs Strong Arm Merkin:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Strong Arm Merkin is famous for its distinct claw that acts as a keel to flip the fly upright immediately. It is built primarily for a perfect hook-up stance. The Danger Muffin focuses more on mimicking the mottled color and texture of a crab shell. If you are missing hook sets, try the Strong Arm, but if fish are inspecting your fly and refusing it, switch to the Danger Muffin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDanger Muffin Crab vs Standard Merkin:\u003c\/strong\u003e The classic Merkin uses rug yarn to build the body, which is a proven method but lacks the complex colors of modern flies. The Danger Muffin upgrades this design with its rabbit and deer hair blend, creating a more natural, speckled appearance. While the Merkin is a great general searching pattern, the Danger Muffin is a better choice for clear water and educated fish that demand a perfect imitation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Umpqua","offers":[{"title":"Ghost Tan \/ 2","offer_id":48477560340713,"sku":"SKU052857278132-LG048","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Golden Brown \/ 2","offer_id":48477560373481,"sku":"SKU052857278163-LG004","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Sand Olive \/ 2","offer_id":48477560406249,"sku":"SKU052857278194-LG018","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Ghost Tan \/ 4","offer_id":48477560439017,"sku":"SKU052857278149-LG013","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Golden Brown \/ 4","offer_id":48477560471785,"sku":"SKU052857278170-LG009","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sand Olive \/ 4","offer_id":48477560504553,"sku":"SKU052857278200-LG044","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ghost Tan \/ 6","offer_id":48477560537321,"sku":"SKU052857278156-LG010","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Golden Brown \/ 6","offer_id":48477560570089,"sku":"SKU052857278187-SM006","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sand Olive \/ 6","offer_id":48477560602857,"sku":"SKU052857278217-LG005","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/umpqua-flies-danger-muffin-crab-fly-1199966185.jpg?v=1761692540"},{"product_id":"enrico-puglisi-ascension-bay-crab-fly","title":"EP Ascension Bay Crab Fly","description":"\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"html\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eChasing spooky permit along the sandy flats of Ascension Bay or stripping your fly along a dirty mud flat in New England in pursuit of striped bass, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEP Ascension Bay Crab Fly can do them all. Tied as an imitation of a variety of different crab species, this fly is a great option for targeting flats, fishing tidal estuaries, working the mouth of a river, or just casting into the open beach. Designed to sink quickly but land softly, the EP Ascension Bay Crab Fly is tied with vibrant rubber legs, realistic eyes, a buggy EP Fiber body, and is equipped with dumbbell eyes and a weed guard so that your hook rides point up and snags aren't a concern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe EP Ascension Bay Crab Fly benefits from a stripped retrieve and it's a good idea to include the occasional pause. This is a fly that will shine all year long in warm and tropical environments and from spring through fall in the northeast. A great fly in sizes 1\/0-2, the Ascension Crab should be in your box no matter what flat you're hitting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Enrico Puglisi","offers":[{"title":"Light Olive \/ 1\/0","offer_id":48477601005801,"sku":"SKU693728019845-LG028","price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sand \/ 1\/0","offer_id":48477601038569,"sku":"SKU693728019838-LG057","price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/enrico-puglisi-flies-ep-ascension-bay-crab-fly-1199941049.jpg?v=1761731658"},{"product_id":"enrico-puglisi-ascension-bay-mantis-fly","title":"EP Ascension Bay Mantis Fly","description":"\u003cdiv data-element=\"main\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-content-type=\"html\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTechnical flats with hungry permit south of the border or muddy river bottoms packed with cruising striped bass in the mid Atlantic, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEP Ascension Bay Mantis Fly is a pattern that can handle it all. The EP Ascension Bay Mantis Fly was originally designed as a realistic shrimp pattern for targeting species in the Ascension Bay region, but it was quickly found that this fly is a great choice anywhere shrimp are found. Combining realism, movement, and look that's just buggy enough, this fly does a fine job at matching a variety of different shrimp species, and its integrated weed guard ensures that you can cast into those tight spots with confidence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe EP Ascension Bay Mantis Fly can be fished directly on the bottom of the water column or on an intermediate line whenever you need a more suspended approach. A great choice anywhere you find shrimp, this fly can be fished all year long in warm and tropical environments and from spring through fall in more seasonal climates. Available in a variety of color options to suit what's in your local waters, the EP Ascension Bay Mantis is a key component to any saltwater fly box.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Enrico Puglisi","offers":[{"title":"Ghost \/ 6","offer_id":48477601267945,"sku":"SKU693728020674-LG052","price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Golden Sand \/ 6","offer_id":48477601300713,"sku":"SKU693728020698-LG051","price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"BC Light Olive \/ 6","offer_id":48477601333481,"sku":"SKU693728020711-LG020","price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ghost \/ 1","offer_id":48477601366249,"sku":"SKU693728019951-LG046","price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"BC Ghost \/ 6","offer_id":48477601399017,"sku":"SKU693728020667-LG054","price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Golden Sand \/ 1","offer_id":48477601431785,"sku":"SKU693728019968-LG050","price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"BC Golden Sand \/ 6","offer_id":48477601464553,"sku":"SKU693728020681-LG049","price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Light Olive \/ 1","offer_id":48477601497321,"sku":"SKU693728019975-LG055","price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Light Olive \/ 6","offer_id":48477601530089,"sku":"SKU693728020704-LG053","price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/enrico-puglisi-flies-ep-ascension-bay-mantis-fly-1199941037.jpg?v=1761731766"},{"product_id":"enrico-puglisi-crab-fly","title":"EP Crab Fly","description":"\u003cdiv data-appearance=\"default\" data-content-type=\"html\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong id=\"docs-internal-guid-afc8cb6f-7fff-a9cf-cc1a-da703108a50e\" style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eFrom the sandy flats of the Bahamas to the muddy flats of Maine, the EP Crab Fly is a saltwater crustacean that should be in every fly box. A great imitation for a variety of crab species, this is a fly that’s effective on flats, in tidal estuaries, on open beaches, and in river mouths. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: #ffffff; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eEP Crab Fly is tied with a plume of marabou, a body of EP fibers, rubber legs, and heavy dumbbell eyes to make it ride with its hook up, and this design comes together to show movement whether the fly is being retrieved back to you or sitting still.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: #ffffff; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eThe EP Crab Fly can be fished anytime and anywhere that crabs are on the menu--that is all year long in warm to tropical environments and from late spring into fall in the northeast. The EP Crab Fly fishes best with a slow to moderate retrieve and it’s always a good idea to incorporate some pauses in your strip. Commonly fished in sizes 2-6, the EP Crab Fly comes in a variety of colors shades so that you can match the naturals of your area and have success anywhere you’re heading. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Enrico Puglisi","offers":[{"title":"3-Tone \/ 2","offer_id":48477602840809,"sku":"SKU693728002151-LG028","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3-Tone \/ 8","offer_id":48477602873577,"sku":"SKU693728002083-LG059","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"BC 3-Tone \/ 8","offer_id":48477602906345,"sku":"SKU693728016264-LG029","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"BC Tan \/ 8","offer_id":48477602939113,"sku":"SKU693728016301-LG055","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue \/ 2","offer_id":48477602971881,"sku":"SKU693728002168-LG030","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue \/ 8","offer_id":48477603004649,"sku":"SKU693728002090-LG042","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brown \/ 2","offer_id":48477603037417,"sku":"SKU693728002120-LG066","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Golden Sand \/ 2","offer_id":48477603070185,"sku":"SKU693728002144-SM002","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Golden Sand \/ 8","offer_id":48477603102953,"sku":"SKU693728002076-LG019","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Olive Green \/ 2","offer_id":48477603135721,"sku":"SKU693728002137-LG033","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Olive Green \/ 8","offer_id":48477603168489,"sku":"SKU693728002069-LG028","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan \/ 2","offer_id":48477603201257,"sku":"SKU693728002175-SM003","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan \/ 8","offer_id":48477603234025,"sku":"SKU693728002106-LG034","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brown \/ 8","offer_id":48649940140265,"sku":"SKU693728002052-LG057","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/enrico-puglisi-flies-ep-crab-fly-1199965167.png?v=1761732494"},{"product_id":"enrico-puglisi-descendent-crab-fly","title":"EP Descendent Crab Fly","description":"\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"html\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong id=\"docs-internal-guid-c383538b-7fff-c773-5170-1a7409c0d5a1\" style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eWhether you need a soft presentation to fool picky permit or just need a new crab to test on a sandy northeast flat, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: #ffffff; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eEP Descendent Crab Fly will get the job done. An excellent crab pattern that's tied like few others, the EP Descendent Crab Fly is tied with realistic claws, rubber legs, realistic eyes, and a tubing body that offers durability as well as an ability to softly land on the surface. A fly that's perfect whenever you're fishing sand or mud flats, tidal rivers, estuary systems, or open beaches, the EP Descendent Crab Fly is a versatile fly and one that should be carried in sizes 1 through 2\/0.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: #ffffff; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eThe EP Descendent Crab can be fished all season long, which means late spring through fall in the northeast and pretty much any day of the year in warm and tropical environments. When fishing the EP Descendent Crab, you'll want to keep this fly on the bottom and utilize a stripped retrieve with the occasional pause. A fly that catches anything from striped bass and flounder to permit and bonefish, this is one that should always be in your saltwater arsenal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Enrico Puglisi","offers":[{"title":"Olive \/ 1","offer_id":48477603528937,"sku":"SKU693728023804-LG028","price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Olive \/ 2\/0","offer_id":48477603561705,"sku":"SKU693728010514-LG032","price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan \/ 1","offer_id":48477603594473,"sku":"SKU693728023811-LG042","price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan \/ 2\/0","offer_id":48477603627241,"sku":"SKU693728010521-LG053","price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/enrico-puglisi-flies-ep-descendent-crab-fly-1199965168.jpg?v=1761683894"},{"product_id":"enrico-puglisi-fleeing-crab-fly","title":"EP Fleeing Crab Fly","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEP Fleeing Crab Fly is an excellent crab pattern for fishing saltwater flats, tidal estuaries, open beaches, and troughs. Developed by master tier Enrico Puglisi, the EP Fleeing Crab is tied to imitate a crab that's quickly escaping a predator. The EP Fleeing Crab Fly was made for fooling fussy bonefish and permit, but it was quickly found that it is also an effective pattern for other species like redfish, snook, and even striped bass. Unlike a lot of other crab patterns, the Fleeing Crab is tied so that it's retrieved from its side instead of swimming backward when retrieved--this only adds to the realism of this fly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe EP Fleeing Crab is constructed to closely imitate natural crabs and is tied with knotted chenille claws, realistic eyes, an EP Crab body with an underbody of wound EP Streamer Brush, and is finished off with a set of dumbbell eyes and a weed guard to prevent hangups and make the fly ride with its hook point up. A fly that can be fished in any saltwater environment, the EP Fleeing Crab fishes best with a stripped retrieve and the occasional pause. From mangroves to mudflats, the EP Fleeing Crab is a solid first choice anywhere the tide is moving.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Enrico Puglisi","offers":[{"title":"Olive \/ 1","offer_id":48477604118761,"sku":"SKU693728019852-LG029","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sand \/ 1","offer_id":48477604151529,"sku":"SKU693728019869-LG028","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Tan \/ 1","offer_id":48477604184297,"sku":"SKU693728019876-LG030","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/enrico-puglisi-flies-ep-fleeing-crab-fly-1199965156.jpg?v=1761733800"},{"product_id":"enrico-puglisi-floating-crab-fly","title":"EP Floating Crab Fly","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe EP Floating Crab Fly is a specialized pattern that solves a difficult problem for saltwater anglers. Most crab flies are designed to sink fast and reach the bottom, but sometimes permit and other species feed right at the surface. This fly is a must-have for trips to destinations like Belize where fish often hunt for crabs hiding in floating Sargassum weed. It allows you to target fish that are looking up or cruising high in the water column. This pattern opens up new opportunities when traditional weighted flies fail to get a reaction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat It Imitates\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis pattern imitates a small crab that has been swept into the current or is clinging to floating vegetation. It mimics the natural silhouette of a crab trapped in the surface film. The rubber legs add lifelike movement that triggers strikes from curious fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow To Use It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFish this fly with a stealthy approach. When you see a fish cruising near the surface or around floating weed mats, cast the fly gently to land softly near the target. Allow the fly to drift with the current if you are fishing a channel or bridge. On the flats, give it very small twitches to flare the legs, but do not strip it fast. The goal is to look like a crab that is struggling slightly or drifting helplessly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen To Use It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse this fly when you see permit, redfish, or tripletail feeding near the surface. It shines during the middle of the day when the sun is high, which helps cast a distinct shadow that fish can spot from below. It is also the perfect choice when fishing around thick floating grass where a sinking fly would instantly snag. This pattern is ideal for \"high riding\" fish that refuse to look down at the bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy We Like It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe recommend this fly because it fills a specific gap in most fly boxes. While most anglers carry heavy crabs, very few carry a floating option. It is incredibly durable due to the synthetic EP fibers and foam body. The ability to fish topwater for permit is a rare and exciting experience that this fly makes possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eComparisons\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cp\u003eEP Floating Crab Fly vs EP Permit Crab\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e The main difference between these two is buoyancy. The EP Permit Crab is weighted with dumbbell eyes and is designed to sink quickly to the bottom where permit usually feed. The EP Floating Crab is built with foam to stay on the surface. You should choose the Permit Crab for tailing fish on the flats and the Floating Crab for fish swimming high in the water column.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cp\u003eEP Floating Crab Fly vs Alphlexo Crab\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e The Alphlexo Crab is a heavy, fast-sinking fly with a hard body mesh design. It is built to cut through strong currents and get deep instantly. The EP Floating Crab is the complete opposite, as it is designed to hover on top. Choose the Alphlexo for deep channels or fast tidal flows, and pick the EP Floating Crab for surface action or shallow water with heavy weeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cp\u003eEP Floating Crab Fly vs Merkin Crab\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e The Merkin is a traditional carpet-style crab fly that uses lead eyes to sink. It has a soft entry but is strictly a subsurface fly. The EP Floating Crab offers a similar profile but stays on top. If you need a standard crab for general flats fishing, the Merkin is a classic choice. However, if you see fish noses poking out of the water or feeding around floating debris, the EP Floating Crab is the better option.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Enrico Puglisi","offers":[{"title":"Olive \/ 1","offer_id":48477604315369,"sku":"SKU693728015137-LG041","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Tan \/ 1","offer_id":48477604348137,"sku":"SKU693728011320-LG057","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Tan \/ 1\/0","offer_id":48477604380905,"sku":"SKU693728002199-LG053","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/enrico-puglisi-flies-ep-floating-crab-fly-1199965153.jpg?v=1761683882"},{"product_id":"enrico-puglisi-ghost-shrimp-fly","title":"EP Ghost Shrimp Fly","description":"\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"html\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA bonefish fly that's been fooling these picky fish for years, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEP Ghost Shrimp Fly is a necessary element to any day spent wading the flats. The EP Ghost Shrimp Fly was created by master tie Enrico Puglisi as an imitation for the small semi-translucent shrimp that are often food for bonefish and permit. With a dubbed body wound with flash, EP fiber wing accented with Krystal Flash, rubber legs, and realistic eyeballs, and finished off with bead chain eyes, this fly does a great job at matching a shrimp's silhouette and providing lifelike motion while in the water. The EP Ghost Shrimp Fly also rides with its hook up so that you can cast it into mangroves and mussel beds without concern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA fly that's at home in tropical environments, you can fish the EP Ghost Shrimp anywhere the tide is moving and you suspect shrimp live, and this fly benefits from stripped retrieves with the occasional pause. Coming in a variety of colors, there's an EP Ghost Shrimp to suit almost any shrimp on the flats, so whether you're flying into Belize or headed into the Florida Keys, this is a fly that you won't want to forget.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Enrico Puglisi","offers":[{"title":"Tan \/ 2","offer_id":48477605036265,"sku":"SKU693728010880-LG030","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan \/ 6","offer_id":48477605069033,"sku":"SKU693728010927-LG040","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pink \/ 6","offer_id":48477605003497,"sku":"SKU693728010903-LG028","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/enrico-puglisi-flies-ep-ghost-shrimp-fly-1199965141.png?v=1761733809"},{"product_id":"enrico-puglisi-mantis-shrimp-fly","title":"EP Mantis Shrimp Fly","description":"\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"html\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOne of the tougher shrimp to imitate with a fly, the mantis shrimp is a shrimp that's commonly found in both shallow and deep waters and makes an excellent source of food for a ton of different fish. The EP Mantis Shrimp is a solid imitation for these little critters and comes from the mind of Enrico Puglisi. Designed to trick bonefish and permit but able to hook a variety of saltwater species ranging from weakies to striper, the EP Mantis Shrimp is an important crustacean to have in your box. A great fly when fishing areas like channels, flats, and estuaries, the EP Mantis Shrimp is rich with movement and offers a realistic imitation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMantis shrimp are a colorful shrimp and their set range of color can vary slightly between examples, luckily, the EP Mantis Shrimp comes in a variety of colors and is tied with realistic eyes, rubber legs, an EP Fiber body, and is weighted with dumbbell eyes. A construction that matches the natural, this pattern does an excellent job at mimicking its target species, and with its dumbbell eyes, it rides with its hook point up. When fishing the EP Mantis Shrimp, it's important to vary your retrieve until you find exactly what the fish prefer, but it's hard to beat crawling this fly along the bottom. One that should be in your box whether you're on a tropical southern flat or watching the tide rush into a New England harbor, the EP Mantis Shrimp is an effective fly almost anywhere you take it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Enrico Puglisi","offers":[{"title":"BC Tan \/ 1","offer_id":48477606314217,"sku":"SKU693728008030-LG031","price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"BC Tan \/ 6","offer_id":48477606346985,"sku":"SKU693728007996-LG030","price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Olive \/ 6","offer_id":48477606379753,"sku":"SKU693728007842-LG053","price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pink \/ 6","offer_id":48477606412521,"sku":"SKU693728007859-LG052","price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan \/ 1","offer_id":48477606445289,"sku":"SKU693728007873-LG032","price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan \/ 6","offer_id":48477606478057,"sku":"SKU693728007835-SM080","price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/enrico-puglisi-flies-ep-mantis-shrimp-fly-1199965121.jpg?v=1761734167"},{"product_id":"enrico-puglisi-micro-crab-fly","title":"EP Micro Crab Fly","description":"\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"html\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFrom imitating juvenile crabs hatching on a new moon to adding some stealth to your presentation, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEP Micro Crab Fly can do it all. A versatile fly that can be fished whether you're on the flats of Monomoy seeking striped bass or deep in the Florida Keys chasing permit and bonefish, the EP Micro Crab is an excellent choice when the fish are keyed in on smaller offerings. A simple pattern that does a great job at imitating a variety of small crabs, the EP Micro Crab Fly is tied with EP Fiber claws, a little accenting flash, rubber legs, an EP Fiber body, bead chain eyes, and a weed guard to prevent hangs and snags.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe EP Micro Crab comes in a variety of colors so that you can match your flies to the naturals in your area, but colors like sand and olive are always great choices. One of those flies that can cover a variety of situations, the EP Micro Crab is a good choice whether you're on a flat, in a tidal river, working an estuary, or hitting the open beaches. A great fly to have on hand from spring through fall in the northeast and anytime in tropical environments, the EP Micro Crab should have a home in all of our boxes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Enrico Puglisi","offers":[{"title":"Tan \/ 8","offer_id":48477606609129,"sku":"SKU693728026928-LG053","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Root Beer \/ 8","offer_id":48477606576361,"sku":"SKU693728026911-SM038","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Olive \/ 8","offer_id":48477606641897,"sku":"SKU693728026904-LG004","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/enrico-puglisi-flies-ep-micro-crab-fly-1199965122.jpg?v=1761734291"},{"product_id":"enrico-puglisi-palometa-crab-fly","title":"EP Palometa Crab Fly","description":"\u003cdiv data-element=\"main\" data-content-type=\"html\" data-appearance=\"default\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTargeting permit in Cuba, bones in the Florida Keys, or Striped Bass on a tidal flat in Maine, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEP Palometa Crab Fly is one that can handle them all. The EP Palometa Crab Fly was originally tied as a fly to fool tough permit focused on crabs, but it didn’t take long to realize that this is an effective multi-species fly for any fish cruising the bottom water column. Tied to realistically imitate a variety of crab species, the EP Palometa Crab Fly is crafted with lifelike claws, eyes, and rubber legs and is designed to ride hook point up and block snags with an integrated weed guard. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe EP Palometa Crab Fly is one that you’ll want to fish right on the bottom, so when you find yourself on a deep flat or casting into a big channel, it can behoove you to break out the sink tip lines. An easy fly to present and fish, the EP Palometa Crab Fly is best retrieved with the occasional pause. Bring it anywhere crabs are on the menu, the EP Palometa Crab is always a solid choice. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Enrico Puglisi","offers":[{"title":"Olive \/ 1","offer_id":48477607362793,"sku":"SKU693728002243-LG053","price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Olive \/ 1\/0","offer_id":48477607395561,"sku":"SKU693728002274-LG052","price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan \/ 1","offer_id":48477607428329,"sku":"SKU693728002250-LG051","price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan \/ 1\/0","offer_id":48649940336873,"sku":"SKU693728002281-LG072","price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/enrico-puglisi-flies-ep-palometa-crab-fly-1199941047.jpg?v=1761734297"},{"product_id":"enrico-puglisi-permit-crab-fly","title":"EP Permit Crab Fly","description":"\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"html\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA go-to crab pattern whether you're headed into New England for striped bass in July or the Florida Keys for bonefish in November, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEP Permit Crab Fly can hold its own wherever you take it. Coming from the Enrico Puglisi family of flies, this crab features a design of marabou, just enough accenting flash, a body of EP Fiber, rubber legs for movement, dumbbell eyes, and a weed guard so you can hit the mangroves without fear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAn excellent imitation for a variety of crab species, this is a fly that you can turn to whether you're fishing sand or mud flats, tidal estuaries, river outflows, and even open beaches. A great choice anywhere crabs are found, the EP Permit Crab Fly should be carried from spring through fall in the northeast and anytime you're headed into a warm or tropical situation. 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A solid choice for imitating Grass and Sand Shrimp on saltwater flats or in a tidal river, the EP Spawning Shrimp Fly provides realism and a semi-translucent appearance that closely matches the real thing. The EP Spawning Shrimp is tied with bead chain eyes, an EP Fiber body, EP Eyes, a short bunch of orange EP to match spawning shrimp, and is equipped with a weed guard so that you can make those long casts into the mangroves without fear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eYou can fish the EP Spawning Shrimp on a sinking, intermediate, or floating line depending on the water at hand, and a short strip retrieve is effective. While shrimp vary in size and color depending on the time of year and area you're fishing, common sizes to have on hand are 6-1\/0 and tan is a color that should be prioritized. 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Coming from the Enrico Puglisi family of flies, the EP Turneffe Micro Crab was originally designed for the skinny water found along the Turneffe Flats; however, this is a fly that can be fished with confidence anywhere small or immature crabs might be found. A simple design that works, this micro crab is tied with a body and claws of EP Fibers, eyes, bead chain eyes to act as a keel and keep the hook pointed up, and is equipped with a weed guard to prevent snags and hangups.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA good fly pattern whether you're on a sandy flat, a river mouth, or a tidal estuary, the EP Turneffe Micro Crab is a versatile crab that can fit into almost any environment. And when fishing the EP Turneffe Micro Crab, it's best to strip it along the bottom and include a pause or two. 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The goal is to make the fly look like a crab scurrying for cover and then freezing. Cast the fly ahead of a cruising fish and let it settle to the bottom. When the fish gets close, use a long, slow strip to get its attention, then stop and let the fly drop. Watch for the fish to tip its tail up, which indicates it has picked up the crab. Set the hook with a firm strip-set rather than lifting the rod tip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen To Use It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ER Crab shines on shallow flats with sandy or grassy bottoms. Use the Tan color variation when fishing over light sand or mud bottoms where lighter crabs blend in. The Olive version is ideal for turtle grass flats or darker bottoms. The size 2 is heavier and works best in water depths of 3 to 8 feet for Permit. 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Once the fly is in place, use long, slow strips to get the fish's attention, then stop stripping to let it drop back to the sand. This \"strip and drop\" technique often triggers a bite from curious permit. It works best when you let the fly sit still as the fish approaches, looking like a crab trying to hide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen To Use It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFish this pattern whenever you are stalking permit or large bonefish in shallow water. It shines in both sunny and cloudy conditions because its silhouette remains visible against the bottom. It is an excellent choice for fishing over turtle grass or sandy bottoms where real crabs hide. Use the lighter colors for white sand flats and darker olive versions for grassy areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy We Like It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe rely on the Flats Crab because of its specific design history with Will Bauer and its incredible track record in Belize. 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Taking design inspiration from the Bauer Crab, this imitation has a super realistic body and brings additions like a weedguard and chenille legs\/claws to further enhance the fly's realism while also adding functionality. Available in a range of colors that help you imitate anything from Maine's invasive green crab to a ghost crab, this fly will help you find success whether you're working a flat, stripping it through grassbeds, or casting into the mangroves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"data item content\" id=\"yotpo_widget_div\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yotpo-widget-instance\" data-yotpo-instance-id=\"635548\" data-yotpo-product-id=\"81637\" data-yotpo-name=\"Mcfly Crab Fly\" data-yotpo-url=\"\/products\/mcfly-crab-fly\" data-yotpo-price=\"13.49\" data-yotpo-currency=\"USD\" data-yotpo-image-url=\"https:\/\/www.tridentflyfishing.com\/media\/catalog\/product\/cache\/7c65df8f33e166e2d846b89ba7fc34f0\/m\/c\/mcfly-crab-1.webp\" data-yotpo-description=\"\" data-yotpo-element-loaded=\"true\" data-v-app=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Umpqua","offers":[{"title":"Brown \/ 1","offer_id":48477948608745,"sku":"SKU052857285772-LG073","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Olive \/ 1","offer_id":48477948641513,"sku":"SKU052857285789-LG032","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan \/ 1","offer_id":48477948674281,"sku":"SKU052857285796-LG031","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/umpqua-flies-mcfly-crab-fly-1199959184.webp?v=1761820564"},{"product_id":"mfc-spawning-shrimp-fly","title":"MFC Spawning Shrimp Fly","description":"\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"html\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Montana Fly Company","offers":[{"title":"Orange \/ 2","offer_id":48477954998505,"sku":"SKU840314541130-SM094","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tan \/ 2","offer_id":48477955031273,"sku":"SKU840314541055-SM084","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"White \/ 2","offer_id":48477955064041,"sku":"SKU840314541093-SM012","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/montana-fly-company-flies-mfc-spawning-shrimp-fly-1199959081.jpg?v=1761828380"},{"product_id":"money-crab-fly","title":"Money Crab Fly","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Money Crab Fly from Solitude Flies lives up to its name by delivering results when big money fish are on the line. This pattern is a top-tier choice for anglers chasing permit and bonefish on saltwater flats. It features a dense felt body and heavy lead eyes that help it sink quickly to the feeding zone. The realistic profile and movement make it a standard pattern for any serious saltwater fly box.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat It Imitates\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis fly mimics small mud crabs and sand crabs that inhabit shallow saltwater flats. The tan felt body provides a realistic silhouette that matches the color of many sandy bottoms. When the fly rests on the bottom, its claws-up posture looks exactly like a crab in a defensive stance, which triggers strikes from predatory fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow To Use It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFish this pattern with a strip-and-pause retrieve. Cast the fly ahead of a cruising fish and let it settle to the bottom. When the fish gets close, give it a short strip to get their attention, then let it drop again. The heavy dumbbell eyes ensure the fly stays near the bottom where crabs live. This technique works best when you see a fish tailing or cruising in search of food.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen To Use It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis fly shines on sand or grass flats where permit and bonefish hunt for crustaceans. It is an excellent choice for sunny days when fish are inspecting flies closely. The tan color works well on light sandy bottoms, but you can also use it in slightly deeper water where you need a fly to sink fast. It is a go-to pattern when fish are refusing other, flashier flies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy We Like It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe recommend the Money Crab because of its unique felt body. This material is durable and sinks well, but its best feature is customization. The tan felt acts as a blank canvas, allowing you to use permanent markers to add barring, change the color to olive, or match the local crab population exactly. 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The Money Crab is a more traditional design that relies on the silhouette of the felt body. While the Alphlexo is incredibly realistic, the Money Crab is easier to modify with markers on the water. Choose the Alphlexo for highly pressured fish in clear water, and the Money Crab for a versatile workhorse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cp\u003eMoney Crab Fly vs Bauer's Flats Crab:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eBauer's Flats Crab typically uses furry foam and lighter eyes, making it a great choice for skinny water and spooky fish. It lands softly and hovers for a moment before sinking. The Money Crab is built for speed and depth. Its heavy lead eyes pull it down immediately. 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It creates a lifelike tumble that looks exactly like a fleeing crustacean losing its balance in the current.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat It Imitates\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis fly mimics a fiddler crab or similar small crab species that features one large claw and one small claw. In nature, crabs often have one dominant claw for fighting and a smaller one for feeding. The One Armed Bandit copies this natural asymmetry to look like a real food source that is vulnerable and easy to catch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow To Use It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou should fish this fly primarily by using the \"drop\" technique. Cast the fly near a cruising or tailing fish and allow it to sink freely without stripping immediately. The single heavy claw causes the fly to flutter and tumble erratically as it falls, which often triggers a reaction bite before the fly even hits the bottom. 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This subtle difference is often the key to fooling wary permit that have seen dozens of other flies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eComparisons\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne Armed Bandit Fly vs Umpqua Raghead Crab:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Raghead Crab is a classic, symmetrical pattern that sinks evenly and lands softly. You should choose the Raghead when you want a standard presentation that sits flat on the bottom for tailing fish. Choose the One Armed Bandit when you need that erratic tumbling action to trigger a bite from a fish that is suspending or cruising mid-water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne Armed Bandit Fly vs Umpqua Strong Arm Merkin:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth flies imitate crabs with prominent claws, but they act differently in the water. The Strong Arm Merkin is designed to stand up in a defensive posture on the bottom to challenge the fish. 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It is tied by Umpqua Feather Merchants, and it comes in Olive, Tan, and White, giving you clean options for matching bottom color and water clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProven crab profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e A compact merkin silhouette with leg movement that sells the crab look up close.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for durability:\u003c\/strong\u003e A sturdy tie meant to handle repeated shots, rough mouths, and long days on the flats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor choices for common flats:\u003c\/strong\u003e Olive for grass and darker bottoms, Tan for sand and turtle grass edges, White for bright sand and clear water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo weight options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in 02 Light and 02 Medium to help you match depth, wind, and how fast you want it to settle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eComparisons\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrong Arm Merkin Fly vs Avalon Permit Crab:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you want a classic, compact crab look with a simple, believable profile, the Strong Arm Merkin is the straight-ahead choice. 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Designed by Bob Veverka's, his inspiration for the Veverka's Mantis Shrimp Fly came whenever he was anticipating a trip to the Bahamas. Looking over his arsenal of flies, he noticed something was missing--a fly of his own creation that imitated the mantis shrimp that bonefish are known to eat. Sitting at the vise, Bob spun up his first Veverka's Mantis Shrimp with a focus on the movement of its eyes and appendages. Almost needless to say, Bob’s shrimp pattern excelled in the Bahamas and has been catching saltwater fish since.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMost effective in olive and tan and in sizes ranging from 2-6, the Veverka's Mantis Shrimp Fly is a shrimp pattern that benefits from a stripped retrieve to allow maximum movement. 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This pattern has proven extremely productive and is responsible for some of the biggest striped bass caught in the state of Maine over the past couple of years. The Tactical Tungsten Crab utilizes tungsten beads to keel the fly as well as provide a rattle effect when stripped across the bottom.  This pattern was designed to be fished directly on the bottom using a sink tip fly line however the smaller sizes have been found productive on flats for sight fishing scenarios in skinny water using intermediate and floating fly lines. 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