The swept-back design of the flys head pushes water to get the attention of roving predators, and the wide profile is ideal when baits such as mullet or peanut bunker are present
It is weight-forward (WF) and half-line size heavy, which is perfect for most modern graphite fly rods
Footage of the marlin being played by Glassell as he reeled it in was also used in the 1958 film The Old Man and the Sea
This guide dives deep into the best baits for each season and how to use them, ensuring youre geared up for success all year long
Good for catching seabass, ray, bass, bream, cod, pollock in saltwater fishing
The reason for offsetting a hook is that it is more likely to pull into the mouth of the fish when the angler strikes and therefore provide a strong hookhold