Gotcha (Weed Guard) - Pink
In Stock • Bozeman, MT
Description
The best bonefish fly ever created? Perhaps -- the numbers don't lie. The Gotcha wrecks bonefish everywhere they swim, from the Bahamas to the Seychelles and everywhere in between. It tops our list of The Best Bonefish Flies, and is arguably the first fly you should tie on in most any bonefish situation. Fish the bead chain version in skinny water (1 - 2 feet), and have a couple lead eyes on hand for fish cruising in deeper water.
From Umpqua:
The GOTCHA is one of the best known bonefish flies of all time. Designed somewhat by happenstance in the Bahamas. As the story goes, Jim McVay while traveling in a Bahamian taxi decided to clip some carpet fibers on the way to his room. Using the carpet to tie up some flies for the next day's fishing. After several days of catching plenty of bonefish with his new creation his guide began saying "GOTCHA" every time he hooked up. This one is a must have in any bonefish selection.
Hook/Eyes/Thread: TMC 811S, Bead Chain Eyes, and UTC 140 Denier (Pink). A piece of 12-20# monofilament for a weed guard.
Wing: Craft Fur or Polar Fiber (Tan) & Krystal Flash
Tail: Flat Diamond Braid (Pearl/Pink) or Flashabou (Pearl)
Body: Flat Diamond Braid (Pink)