Swim Coach

0 / 5

(0 Reviews)

Swim Coach image

Description

The Swim Coach Streamer, designed by Charlie Craven, was created as a high-performance streamer to excel in both casting and fishing efficiency. Developed with Craven's characteristic attention to detail, this fly is purpose-built to sink quickly, move enticingly in the water, and attract predatory fish with its sleek, lifelike motion. The design employs minimal bulk but achieves maximum swim action, making it a go-to streamer for trout, bass, and even aggressive saltwater species. Its innovative blend of materials creates a slinky, shimmying action that replicates a struggling baitfish, ensuring its effectiveness in a variety of fishing conditions.

Pro Tip

Dead Drop Decoy: Allow the Swim Coach to sink on a slack line after the cast, letting it free-fall to the bottom. Predators often hit on the descent, so stay alert for subtle ticks or hesitation in the line.

Related Patterns

Circus Peanut Streamer

Circus Peanut Streamer

Streamers Freshwater
baitfish

Reviews

0

0 Ratings

0 Reviews

Recipe

  • Hooks: #2 and #4 Daiichi 2461
  • Beads: gold 5mm and olive 3D bead (for articulation)
  • Eyes: 6mm gold holographic dome
  • Weight: .020" lead wire
  • Connection: Senyo’s Intruder trailer wire, thin
  • Thread: olive 8/0 Veevus
  • Spreader: gold Ice Dub
  • Collar: yellow and olive possum
  • Hackle: olive and chartreuse mallard flank feathers
  • Body: gold Ice Dub
  • Wing: light olive, sand, and yellow Ripple Ice Fiber
  • Head: light olive possum

Video

From: Charlie's Fly Box