This book features baitfish, crab, shrimp, eel worm, and topwater flies, including: Argentine blonde; hi-tie; bendback; jiggy; Bob's banger; mini puff; bucktail deceiver; popper; Chernobyl crab; rabbit eel; clouser deep minnow; seaducer; crazy Charlie; snapping shrimp; crease fly; surf candy; deceiver; toad fly; floating minnow; ultra shrimp; gotcha; whistler; gurgler; and wobbler. This book gathers in one handy volume the best flies for catching the most sought-after saltwater species, including striped bass, bluefish, redfish, snook, weakfish, sea trout, snappers, jacks, yellowtail, bonito, bonefish, and tarpon. Ed Jaworowski distills the many saltwater flies available today to the essential, innovative flies that are the foundation of the sport. He shares tying techniques and tips as well as knot-tying instructions and notes for fishing the flies.

Table of Contents

Innovation and Variation; Materials and Tools; Techniques and Tips; Baitfish Imitations; Crabs and Shrimp, Eels and Worms; Topwater Flies; Bonefish Flies; Tarpon Flies; Fishing the Flies.

Reviews

"If you're unsure about what patterns to use for fly-fishing salt water, this book gives the answers. Featuring fish-approved flies, razor-sharp photos, and clear tying instructions, it's the essential tool for serious saltwater fly fishers." -- Lefty Kreh