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Dinghy Crab
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SKU: dinghy-crab
Overview
Built as a crab imitation for saltwater fishing, this fly is suited to anglers targeting permit, redfish, tarpon, and other large gamefish in coastal water. Its weighted keel helps it ride hook point up on each cast, and the two available sizes let you choose between a lighter option for shallower water and a heavier option for deeper presentations. The size 1/0 is recommended for permit fishing or deeper water, while the size 1 is intended for shallower water and more cautious fish.
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Developed As
Crab pattern for saltwater fishing
Tied Ultra
Sharp, saltwater rated hook
Weighted Keel
Helps it ride hook point
Available Two
Different weighting options
Size 1/0
Is recommended for deeper water
Key Features
- Crab pattern originally developed for a permit trip to the Caribbean.
- Used by guides for redfish, bull reds, tarpon, and permit.
- Tied on an ultra sharp, saltwater rated hook.
- Weighted keel helps the fly ride hook point up on every cast.
- Available in two sizes: size 1 and 1/0.
- Size 1 is lighter; size 1/0 is slightly heavier for deeper water or permit fishing.
Best Used For
- Permit anglers fishing deeper water who want the heavier size 1/0 option.
- Shallow-water anglers targeting spooky fish and preferring the lighter size 1.
- Saltwater anglers needing a crab pattern for redfish, bull reds, or tarpon.
- Guides and serious anglers looking for a hook-point-up fly presentation.
- Anglers wanting a crab fly developed for Caribbean permit trips and saltwater use.
Specifications
| Hook Type | ultra sharp saltwater rated hook |
|---|---|
| Long Description | This fly was initially developed for a permit trip to the Caribbean but we didn’t think enough of you would buy it as a permit fly. So Adam bogarted the Dinghy Crab all to himself and a few choice guides down south. Fast forward a few years, the BLC crew was down chasing redfish and needed a crab pattern, well, lo and behold the Dinghy Crab was in the salt box. Ever since that day this fly has been the favorite of a few choice guides in Louisiana, Texas, and all over Florida as a killer Crab Pattern and Adam’s secret crab is out. Tied on a ultra sharp saltwater rated hook, these crabs have caught Bull Reds, Tarpon, and big Permit. It’ll handle what you’re doing with it. Thanks to a weighted keel it rides hook point up every cast. The 2 sizes are weighted differently. The size 1 is lighter and the size 1/0 is a touch heavier. If you’re permit fishing, or fishing deeper water, we recommend the 1/0. If you’re fishing shallower water and the spookiest fish, we recommend the 1. |
| Recommended Size For Deeper Water | 1/0 |
| Recommended Size For Permit Fishing | 1/0 |
| Recommended Size For Shallow Water | 1 |
| Recommended Size For Spookiest Fish | 1 |
| Ride Orientation | hook point up |
| Short Description | This fly was initially developed for a permit trip to the Caribbean but we didn’t think enough of you would buy it as a permit fly. |
| Size 1 | lighter |
| Size 10 | a touch heavier |
| Weighted Keel | yes |
Pros
- Developed as a crab pattern for saltwater fishing applications.
- Tied on an ultra sharp, saltwater rated hook.
- Weighted keel helps it ride hook point up on every cast.
- Available in two sizes with different weighting options.
- Size 1/0 is recommended for deeper water and permit fishing.
- Size 1 is recommended for shallower water and spooky fish.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- The two size options are weighted differently, so sink rate and presentation will vary between the lighter size 1 and the slightly heavier 1/0.
- The 1/0 is recommended for permit fishing and deeper water, while the size 1 is recommended for shallower water and spookier fish.
- This is a crab pattern, so it is most relevant when that profile matches the target species and conditions rather than as a general-purpose fly.
- The description does not provide full material or dimension details, so buyers need to rely on the stated size and weighting differences when choosing between options.
Suggested Comparisons
- Saltwater crab flies
- Permit flies
- Redfish flies
- Tarpon flies
Suggested Accessories
- Fly box
- Leader material
- Tippet material
- Fly floatant
Frequently Asked Questions
What species is the Dinghy Crab intended for?
It was originally developed for a permit trip and is described as a crab pattern that has caught bull reds, tarpon, and big permit.
Does the fly ride hook point up?
Yes. The description says it has a weighted keel that makes it ride hook point up on every cast.
What size should I choose for permit fishing or deeper water?
The 1/0 is recommended for permit fishing or deeper water because it is a touch heavier.
What size should I choose for shallower water or spooky fish?
The size 1 is recommended for shallower water and the spookiest fish because it is lighter.
Is this tied on a saltwater hook?
Yes. The description says it is tied on an ultra sharp saltwater rated hook.