Umpqua Crimp McKnights Tan #4

Umpqua Fly Crimp McKnights Tan is a versatile saltwater pattern designed for demanding flats fishing. Imitating both crab and mantis shrimp, it is an effective choice for bonefish, redfish and increasingly selective permit that key in on crustaceans.

The combination of thin rubber legs and craft fur gives this fly a lot of life, even when it is just pulsing gently on the bottom. Despite its lead eyes, it lands quietly so you can present it close to skittish fish in skinny water without blowing the shot.

Fish it with a slow, steady strip to suggest a fleeing mantis shrimp, or let it sit and twitch occasionally to mimic a defensive crab. The profile and movement work well from ankle-deep water down to around four feet, covering a wide range of flats situations.

If you are targeting Yucatan permit or other crustacean-feeding species, this pattern offers a practical blend of crab and shrimp triggers in one fly box slot.

• Target species: bonefish, permit, redfish
• Imitates: crab and mantis shrimp
• Presentation: works static on the bottom or on a slow strip retrieve
• Weighted with lead eyes for controlled sink rate
• Soft landing for close presentations in shallow water
• Effective depth range: skinny water down to approx. 1.2 m (4 ft)
• Material: craft fur body with thin mobile legs
• Colour: Tan with neon green eyes
• Hook size: 2
• Supplied ready-tied by Umpqua