Tarpon Slayer – Tarpon Fly

Tarpon Slayer – Tarpon Fly The Tarpon Slayer is a FINATICS original tarpon fly, designed and tied in house in Louisiana. A rabbit strip tail gives it a long, swimming profile that keeps breathing on the pause, and a full head of FINATICS RISE Dubbing pushes water and holds its shape. Tied on a 3/0 Ahrex Bluewater hook built to handle tarpon. Materials • Tail: Rabbit Strip • Head: FINATICS RISE Dubbing • Hook: Ahrex SA270 Bluewater, #3/0 Which Color? • Tan - clear water and bright days, a natural baitfish look • Purple - low light, early morning, stained or dark water • Chartreuse - dirty water and overcast days, maximum visibility How to Fish It • Lead the fish: cast well ahead of a rolling or cruising tarpon and let the fly sink into its path • Strip, strip, pause - most eats come on the pause while the tail keeps moving • Strip set, don't trout set. Keep the rod low and set with the line hand • Bow to the king when it jumps Target Species • Tarpon • Redfish • SnookMore FINATICS TarponShop all tarpon flies, read the tarpon fly guide, or see every FINATICS fly.