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Fishnet Crab
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SKU: fishnet-crab
Overview
This saltwater fly is built for situations where fish are feeding on crabs, especially around redfish and permit water. It features a flashy interior body, flexible rubber legs for movement, and dumbell eyes tied inside the body to help it get down quickly and ride hook point up. Color options include Tan for sandy bottoms and Olive for muddy or darker bottoms, with a size 1 ultra sharp saltwater hook. It is a practical choice for anglers looking to match crab prey in the salt without adding unnecessary bulk or complexity.
Why Hunters Choose the My Store
Flashy Interior
Body adds visual appeal in
Flexible Rubber
Legs provide lifelike movement
Dumbell Eyes
Help it get to the
Rides Hook
Point up for a more
Offered Tan
For sandy bottoms and olive
Key Features
- Effective saltwater fly designed for fish that eat crabs.
- Flashy interior body and flexible rubber legs for lifelike movement.
- Dumbell eyes help the fly sink quickly and ride hook point up.
- Available in Tan for sandy bottoms and Olive for muddy or dark bottoms.
- Size 1 with an ultra sharp saltwater hook.
- Offered at a discount when purchased as part of the Redfish bundle.
Best Used For
- Tailing redfish anglers needing a crab pattern that sinks quickly and rides hook point up
- Saltwater fly fishers targeting fish that feed on crabs over sandy or muddy bottoms
- Anglers building a redfish box with a compact, lifelike pattern for bottom presentations
- Permit-focused fishermen wanting a crab imitation suited to saltwater situations where crabs are key forage
Specifications
| Body | Flashy interior body |
|---|---|
| Bundle Availability | Available in the Redfish bundle |
| Color Options | Tan, Olive |
| Eyes | Dumbell eyes tied inside the body |
| Fly Type | Saltwater fly |
| Hook | Ultra Sharp Saltwater hook |
| Hook Position | Hook point up |
| Legs | Flexible rubber legs |
| Recommended Bottom Type | Tan for sandy bottom, Olive for muddy/dark bottoms |
| Size | 1 |
Pros
- Flashy interior body adds visual appeal in the water.
- Flexible rubber legs provide lifelike movement.
- Dumbell eyes help it get to the bottom quickly.
- Rides hook point up for a more natural presentation.
- Offered in tan for sandy bottoms and olive for muddy or dark bottoms.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed for saltwater situations where fish are feeding on crab patterns, so it is more specialized than a general-purpose fly.
- The fly is intended to get down quickly and ride hook point up, which is useful near the bottom but not ideal for every presentation.
- Color choice matters: Tan is suited to sandy bottoms, while Olive is intended for muddy or dark bottoms.
- Size 1 on an ultra sharp saltwater hook may be a better fit for anglers targeting larger saltwater species than for very small presentations.
Suggested Comparisons
- Saltwater crab fly patterns
- Redfish flies
- Permit flies
- Bottom-oriented saltwater flies
Suggested Accessories
- Fly box
- Saltwater leader
- Fly line
- Fly floatant
Frequently Asked Questions
What species is the Fishnet Crab intended for?
The description positions it as a saltwater fly for fish that eat crabs, and it specifically mentions redfish and permit.
What makes this fly move naturally in the water?
It has flexible rubber legs for lifelike movement.
Does the Fishnet Crab ride hook point up?
Yes. The description says dumbbell eyes tied inside the body help it get to the bottom quickly and ensure it rides hook point up.
What color options are available?
Tan for sandy bottoms and Olive for muddy or dark bottoms.
What hook size and type does it use?
It is listed as size 1 on an ultra sharp saltwater hook.