Dual hook Flashy Profile flies, large multi hackled poppers, and tube flies are all effective. These pelagics can at times be approached as they herd baitfish to the surface and attack, offering exciting visual flyfishing action. Flies that imitate the baitfish or chum are cast off intermediate or fast sinking lines into the bait trail attracting the attention of switched on predators. 8 to 10 wgt outfits matched with intermediate and sink tip lines are ideal for inshore, estuary and river flyfishing. Productive flies include Clouser's Deep Minnows, Lefty's Deceivers, Dahlber Divers, Pink Things, and Flash 3D flies.
Guides have particular colour preferences according to prevailing local conditions.
Flies for Barra and Jacks are often tied with mono loop or wire snag guards, so that they may be fished through the heavy cover that these masters of ambush inhabit. The challenge of stealth and presentation are equal to those of trout fishing, using the same light outfits. Small poppers, Crazy Charlies, Zonkers, and even numphs and dry flies can be effective. Simply contact us with your enquiry. Many thanks to Peter Andrews and Ross Finlayson for the photos featured throughout the site.