RIO's Lip Lettuce YGroup_FoundationSalt octopus style hook for solid

octopus style hook for solid hook penetration and maximum hold when fighting a fish

this pattern seems to produce bites that previous Clouser or crab flies will not

I realized that most small baetis nymphs were no thicker than a hook shank

It will then pull under and swing just subsurface

which was very different from the standard flashback pattern I was used to fishing

RIO's Lip Lettuce YGroup_FoundationSalt octopus style hook for solidThe RIO's Lip Lettuce fly is a great choice for targeting redfish along the Texas Gulf Coast due to its effectiveness in shallow, clear water. The lighter bead chain eyes allow the fly to sink slowly and land softly, reducing the chance of spooking wary fish especially important when redfish are cruising or tailing on the flats. This type of fly also closely mimics natural prey like shrimp, crabs, or baitfish, offering a more subtle and realistic