Description
The Candyman Crawfish, created by Eric Beebe of Catch Fly Fishing, is a highly effective pattern designed to imitate a wounded crawfish. Its lifelike movement and substantial water displacement make it irresistible to a wide variety of species, from smallmouth bass to trout and even larger predators like pike.
Pro Tip
Fish the Candyman Crawfish near the bottom by allowing it to sink fully before initiating your retrieve. Use short, sharp strips to mimic a startled crawfish or longer, slower pulls for a fleeing motion. Focus on areas with rocky bottoms, weed edges, or structure where crawfish naturally hide. Pay attention to pauses in your retrieve—predators often strike when the fly is motionless.
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Recipe
Hook: 3X long streamer hook, size 2-8 Weight: Lead dumbbell eyes or brass eyes to help the fly sink quickly Thread: 140 Denier, color to match the body Tail: Zonker strip (olive, brown, or rust), tied to mimic the crawfish's abdomen Body: Dubbing in complementary colors (rust, tan, or olive), blended for bulk and texture Legs: Silicone or rubber legs in contrasting or matching tones for added movement Claws: Matched rabbit zonker strips for lifelike pincers Head: Heavily dubbed and brushed out for a bulky, water-pushing profile