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Saltybum

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Not this pattern, didn't have the material until after my weekend keys trip the other weekend. Next time though, you can bet it will be the first fly I tie on

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Playing with colours looking for something that mimics the combo found on a local favourite hard bodied lure.

 

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Capt Lemay - thanks for the tip.

Unfortunately, my rod does not have a snake guide for the stripping guide.

I have to use my line basket.

It may have saved the line from getting twisted in the surf.

I just can't get used to that basket thing.

Another lesson I learned is to avoid excess line out of the reel - must keep it short and just the necessary amount.

 

Li'lDave - Good idea about using a dark colored head.
I have also imitated lure colors that have been successful at trolling offshore as well as inshore plugs and jerk baits.

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Cory,

I'm not aware of any rods that have a snake for a stripping guide. That being said, when a tangle forms, flip the rod over and shake it. The knot/tangle should tighten up and go out of the rod, it sounds weird but it does work!

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Agreeing with the above comments. Great looking baitfish, fshng2.

 

I'd like to see that in the water if you're actually going to swim it.

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