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  • If you are heading to Christmas Island, the Orange Christmas Island Special will likely by your #1 f ...
    If you are heading to Christmas Island, the Orange Christmas Island Special will likely by your #1 fly. Year in and year out this is the fly that gets it done. It is sparsely tied, which is what South Pacific bonefish like, and features brass eyes to get it down and turn it over on the notoriously windy flats.
  • The Pink Christmas Island Special is our secondary color choice after Orange. There are days when Pi ...
    The Pink Christmas Island Special is our secondary color choice after Orange. There are days when Pink is the winner and you will want to have these in your fly box. It is sparsely tied, which is what South Pacific bonefish like, and features brass eyes to get it down and turn it over on the notoriously windy flats.
  • The Pearl Christmas Island Special is a classic color. It blends in with the light color of the flat ...
    The Pearl Christmas Island Special is a classic color. It blends in with the light color of the flats and works well when brighter colored flies are not producing. It is sparsely tied, which is what South Pacific bonefish like, and features brass eyes to get it down and turn it over on the notoriously windy flats.
  • The Gotcha is an unbelievably deadly bonefish fly. Whether you are fishing the Bahamas, Mexico, Hawa ...
    The Gotcha is an unbelievably deadly bonefish fly. Whether you are fishing the Bahamas, Mexico, Hawaii, Christmas Island or anywhere else bonefish swim.  You need to have this fly in your box.
  • The Worm Bite is a sneaky little bonefish pattern that produces anywhere sparse patterns work. This ...
    The Worm Bite is a sneaky little bonefish pattern that produces anywhere sparse patterns work. This fly is a winner for Christmas Island, the South Pacific or when big spooky bones won't take larger flies.  
  • Our Skampi fly is a relatively sparse bonefish pattern with rubber legs and 5/32" brass eyes. It is ...
    Our Skampi fly is a relatively sparse bonefish pattern with rubber legs and 5/32" brass eyes. It is a small package with a lot of movement that gets down quickly.
  • The Pink Crazy Charlie imitates all those pink-hued shrimp and baitfish that inhabit the flats. A le ...
    The Pink Crazy Charlie imitates all those pink-hued shrimp and baitfish that inhabit the flats. A legendary fly, the Crazy Charlie is super easy to cast, sinks quickly and has caught innumerable bonefish.  
  • The Tan Crazy Charlie is ideal for use on light colored sand flats. A legendary fly, the Crazy Charl ...
    The Tan Crazy Charlie is ideal for use on light colored sand flats. A legendary fly, the Crazy Charlie is super easy to cast, sinks quickly and has caught innumerable bonefish.  
  • The Pimp Shrimp is a super nice big bonefish pattern for Hawaii, the Bahamas or anywhere else where ...
    The Pimp Shrimp is a super nice big bonefish pattern for Hawaii, the Bahamas or anywhere else where bigger is better. This fly flat out moves in the water. Rubber legs in the pearl body as well as a rubber leg/Krystal Flash tail really looks like a shrimp swimming.
  • The white Crazy Charlie is a classic bonefish pattern that really excels on light colored sand flats ...
    The white Crazy Charlie is a classic bonefish pattern that really excels on light colored sand flats. It is an especially good color for spooky fish. A legendary fly, the Crazy Charlie is super easy to cast, sinks quickly and has caught innumerable bonefish.  
  • The Ghost Rider is a larger profile bonefish fly that gets big bonefish' attention. It features rela ...
    The Ghost Rider is a larger profile bonefish fly that gets big bonefish' attention. It features relatively heavy 5/32" brass eyes to get it down quickly, a tan pearlescent dubbed body, shrimp eyes and rubber legs.  
  • The Bonefish Worm in Tan is another secret weapon for Christmas Island or where ever big bones get f ...
    The Bonefish Worm in Tan is another secret weapon for Christmas Island or where ever big bones get fussy. It is a sparse little pattern with medium bead chain eyes so it will land delicately and not spook wary fish. It is just the ticket when big meaty patterns are not working. Overall length is approximately 1 3/4".
  • The Bonefish Worm in Olive is an ideal pattern for fishing over eel grass or other olive colored bot ...
    The Bonefish Worm in Olive is an ideal pattern for fishing over eel grass or other olive colored bottoms. 
  • The P Diddy bonefish fly is a sleek and stealthy little bug that won't spook wary bonefish. It has l ...
    The P Diddy bonefish fly is a sleek and stealthy little bug that won't spook wary bonefish. It has light weight medium bead chain eyes under a dubbed head. A very nice Christmas Island, South Pacific or shallow flats pattern.  
  • The Bonefish Bug is one of those flies that flat out catches fish. It has everything a bonefish fly ...
    The Bonefish Bug is one of those flies that flat out catches fish. It has everything a bonefish fly should have: 5/32" Real Eyes to get the fly down quickly, rubber legs and tan rabbit to give it wiggle and motion in the water and just the right profile to get a bonefish' attention.  
  • Bone Jovi is an excellent 'big bite' fly that is ideal for Hawaii, the Bahamas or anywhere else wher ...
    Bone Jovi is an excellent 'big bite' fly that is ideal for Hawaii, the Bahamas or anywhere else where larger patterns produce. The body has vertical black barring that really catches bonefish' attention and the rubber legs in the body give it some nice wiggle.  
  • The Route 1 Special is one of the larger bonefish flies we like. Tied on a big #2 hook with flowing ...
    The Route 1 Special is one of the larger bonefish flies we like. Tied on a big #2 hook with flowing materials and rubber legs, it is ideal in area where big flies are the order of the day. Think Hawaii, Bahamas, Cuba and Florida.  
  • The Popcorn Shrimp is cleverly tied so the rubber legs pulse in the water as you retrieve it. Pairs ...
    The Popcorn Shrimp is cleverly tied so the rubber legs pulse in the water as you retrieve it. Pairs of legs are tied either perpendicular to the hook shank or at a 45-degree angle. When you strip the fly, they flex back and return to their original position during the pause. It is a super realistic swimmer in the water.
  • Designed by the most legendary guide from Christmas Island, Moana's Chile Pepper is deceptively simp ...
    Designed by the most legendary guide from Christmas Island, Moana's Chile Pepper is deceptively simple and deadly effective. The gold and orange color combination is unique to this fly and is an absolute must-have if you are traveling to Christmas Island. It has also gained a following in the Caribbean from Belize to the Bahamas. It is tied with light weight gold bead chain eyes and is approximately 1 1/2" in length.
  • The Flats Crab is a super-realistic crab that sinks just like the real thing. A weighted tan 'shell' ...
    The Flats Crab is a super-realistic crab that sinks just like the real thing. A weighted tan 'shell' is added to the top of the fly so it immediately flips on its back when it hits the water. The rubber legs wiggle on descent and the predators come a running! The Tan version is ideal for lighter colored sand bottoms.
  • The Flats Crab in Olive is a super-realistic crab that sinks just like the real thing. A weighted ol ...
    The Flats Crab in Olive is a super-realistic crab that sinks just like the real thing. A weighted olive 'shell' is added to the top of the fly so it immediately flips on its back when it hits the water. The rubber legs wiggle on descent and the predators come a running! The Olive version is ideal for fishing over darker colored bottoms or eel grass.
  • The profile and epoxy head give it the look of a micro crab and the rubber legs wiggle like crab leg ...
    The profile and epoxy head give it the look of a micro crab and the rubber legs wiggle like crab legs. It also fishes well as a general attractor pattern.  The Olive Bitters is particularly good over dark bottom flats or around eel grass.
  • Rio's 10-foot Bonefish Leaders are ideal for all your tropical adventures. They feature a medium-sti ...
    Rio's 10-foot Bonefish Leaders are ideal for all your tropical adventures. They feature a medium-stiff material that is ideal for turning over flies in the wind.
  • The profile and epoxy head give it the look of a micro crab and the rubber legs wiggle like crab leg ...
    The profile and epoxy head give it the look of a micro crab and the rubber legs wiggle like crab legs. It also fishes well as a general attractor pattern. Use the Amber version on lighter colored sandy flats.
  • Joe Dirt is one of the top GT flies for Christmas Island! It has just the right color combo and prof ...
    Joe Dirt is one of the top GT flies for Christmas Island! It has just the right color combo and profile to look like a fleeing juvenile milkfish. At 5 inches in length with a sticky sharp 4/0 hook this is one your need in your GT box.
  • Check out this killer Olive/Tan/White GT fly. Just the size and profile to imitate the baitfish they ...
    Check out this killer Olive/Tan/White GT fly. Just the size and profile to imitate the baitfish they love to eat. Plus it sports big eyes coated in epoxy to make it extra life like. 4.5" in length.
  • The Big Bone Daddy is a compact shrimpy pattern that lands gently and attracts the big boys. Tied wi ...
    The Big Bone Daddy is a compact shrimpy pattern that lands gently and attracts the big boys. Tied with a dubbed body, rabbit legs that undulate in the water and lightweight beadchain eyes, this little guy won't spook wary fish. Its subtle colors and 1.5" long profile is just right when conditions are demanding.
  • Rio's Fluorflex Flurocarbon tippet is the 'Go To' tippet for bonefish, redfish and up to big game sp ...
    Rio's Fluorflex Flurocarbon tippet is the 'Go To' tippet for bonefish, redfish and up to big game species like trevally. It is a medium-stiff 100% fluorocarbon material that is easy to knot and has great abrasion resistance. Ideal for matching up with Rio Bonefish or Rio Saltwater Leaders. 30 yard spools.
  • Rio's Saltwater 10 foot leaders are perfect for all your tropical saltwater fishing and they come in ...
    Rio's Saltwater 10 foot leaders are perfect for all your tropical saltwater fishing and they come in the heavier weights you want. They are made of medium-stiff materials so they turn flies over in the wind and are very easy to tie knots with. Each leader comes with a hand-tied loop in it for quick leader changes. Matches up perfectly with Rio Fluorflex Saltwater Tippet.
  • The Airflo Ridge Tropical GT line is specifically built for the bruising world of chasing Giant Trev ...
    The Airflo Ridge Tropical GT line is specifically built for the bruising world of chasing Giant Trevally. It has an agressive front taper so lightning quick casts can be made to marauding GT's. It features an extra strong 50lb core to better withstand enormous fish and gnarly coral.
  • Rio's Light Saltwater Shock Leaders are ideal when you need some extra abrasion resistance for fish ...
    Rio's Light Saltwater Shock Leaders are ideal when you need some extra abrasion resistance for fish that are spiny, have sharp gill plates or rough mouths. Think snook, baby tarpon or other assorted reef fish. These leaders are 10 feet in length and taper down to 16lb test. At the end of the 16lb section, a 25lb fluorocarbon shock tippet is attached. Each leader has a perfection loop in it for quickly attaching to your fly line.
  • Sale!

    Rio Bonefish Line – 7 Weight – 40% Off!

    Original price was: $99.99.Current price is: $59.99.
    We have a very limited supply of the last version of Rio's Bonefish line. Grab one quickly! If th ...
    We have a very limited supply of the last version of Rio's Bonefish line. Grab one quickly! If the warmwater flats are your destination, this is the line you want. Rio's Bonefish line is the line by which others are measured. Equally good for the wade angler or fishing out of a boat.
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    Rio Bonefish QuickShooter – 7 Weight – 40% Off!

    Original price was: $99.99.Current price is: $59.99.
    We have a handfull of Rio's last version of the Bonefish Quickshooter in 7 weight. Grab one before t ...
    We have a handfull of Rio's last version of the Bonefish Quickshooter in 7 weight. Grab one before they are gone! The Rio Bonefish Quickshooter is the great equalizer of tropical fly lines. Super easy to pick up and cast, it has become a favorite of novices and experienced anglers alike. If you are wade fishing the flats and quick casts are needed, the Quickshooter is the line to go with.  
  • FC Leader is our favorite fluorocarbon for fishing beads or streamer flies. It is strong, easy to kn ...
    FC Leader is our favorite fluorocarbon for fishing beads or streamer flies. It is strong, easy to knot, and most importantly extremely abrasion resistant. It also matches up really well with Rio Salmon Leaders if you want to add a fluorocarbon tippet.
  • The Flashdance in Fire Tiger is a pike and sheefish slayer. This color combination gets their attent ...
    The Flashdance in Fire Tiger is a pike and sheefish slayer. This color combination gets their attention and triggers an attack response. It is also a very good saltwater fly for rockfish or in the tropics for trevally. Overall fly length is 4".
  • The Playbate is everything you want in a baitfish pattern. Flashy but not too flashy, lightweight an ...
    The Playbate is everything you want in a baitfish pattern. Flashy but not too flashy, lightweight and easy to cast, a big eye for predators to nail, and just the right color combination. The Chartreuse is money for coho in the saltwater or estuary. Silvers love chartreuse and the flash in this one is like ringing the dinner bell.

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