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+Umpqua Feather Merchants Bonefish Scampi Bead Chain Fly: The Evolutionary Flats Fly
Dive into the world of bonefishing with the Umpqua Feather Merchants Bonefish Scampi Bead Chain Fly, an evolutionary creation by the renowned Signature Tyer, Henry Cowen. Originally designed in the mid-1990s after insightful trips to the Andros Island Bonefish Club, this fly incorporates decades of flats fishing wisdom and innovative materials to target the elusive bonefish effectively.
Key Features:
- Innovative Design: Inspired by classic patterns and enhanced for optimal movement, the Bonefish Scampi utilizes a rabbit fur body and polar fiber wing to create a natural, breathing action in the water.
- Versatile Appeal: Recognized for its effectiveness not only with bonefish but also with carp, redfish, and striped bass, making it a versatile choice for any saltwater flats angler.
- Award-Winning Performance: Celebrated as the BEST flats fly by Fly Fisherman Magazine in 2002, confirming its status among top-tier fishing flies.
- Customizable Weights: Tied in various weights to adjust its sink rate and presentation, ensuring perfect adaptation to varying fishing conditions.
- Proven Track Record: With a history of success across diverse locations like the Bahamas, Mexico, Belize, Los Roques, the Seychelles, and even the Florida Keys, the Scampi has proven its effectiveness worldwide.
- Size and Construction: Available in size 4, tied with a bead chain for a gentle sink rate, and equipped with a long, tantalizing wing that tempts even the most finicky fish.
Henry Cowen's Bonefish Scampi Bead Chain Fly represents a pinnacle in fly design, merging decades of on-water experience with feedback from professional guides to deliver a fly that is both irresistible to fish and highly functional. Whether you're stalking solitary big bonefish or finicky schools, the Bonefish Scampi is a must-have in your fly box for any flats fishing adventure.