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Fly Selection Tips
It can be a overwhelming task to choose the right fly for your fishing needs. But we are here to help you! The following tables are your quick online guide to helping you select the proper style and pattern of fly. The first table shows the relationship between different types of bait and fly patterns. The second table cross references particular game fish with fly patterns. In all cases these are only suggestions! On any given day or night saltwater game fish can be taken on a wide range of fly patterns. It’s always best to have a well stocked assortment of flies with you.
Check back often as we are continually adding new fly patterns to our catalog and will update these tables accordingly. If you need further help making a selection please email out fly tier and he’ll be happy to help you select the right patterns for your fly fishing pleasure. The following table lists bait fish and their associated fly patterns in alphabetical order by type of bait fish:
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The following table lists various game fish (in alphabetical order) and suggested fly patterns to use when pursuing them:
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Game Fish |
Primary fly style/pattern |
Alternate fly style/pattern |
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Albacore
including False Albacore |
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Barracuda |
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Bluefish |
(same as Striped Bass) | (same as Striped Bass) |
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Bonito |
(same as False Albacore) | (same as False Albacore) |
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Boston Mackerel |
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King Mackerel |
(same as Spanish Mackerel) |
(same as Spanish Mackerel) |
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Rooster Fish |
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Yellow Fin Tuna |
(same as False Albacore) |
(same as False Albacore) |
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