“Backwater’s White Lightning Baitfish fly is a great fly for many inshore species as well as freshwater predatory fish.” – Jesse Males
This baitfish fly is simple to tie and has a great action and profile in the water. Snook, baby tarpon, seatrout, bass, and plenty other fish find this lil dude appetizing.
Learn to tie our White Lightning Baitfish Fly by watching the video below!
If you like to tie your own flies then here is the material list for this baitfish pattern.
Hook: Daiichi 3111 2/0
Tail: Saltwater Hackle
Flash: Lateral Scale
Body: Fox Fur Patch
Head: Sommerlattes EP Brush
Eye: 5/16 Super Pearl Holographic
Thread: 210 Flat Wax Nylon
Glue: Zap Gel/Loon UV Thick
If you don’t like to tie your own flies then you can view and purchase the fly on my online fly shop, www.backwaterflies.com.
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Tight lines!
Backwater Fly Fishing / Jesse Males 