Tarpon Mullet STM — Pike Fly

Tarpon Mullet STM is the pike version of one of Pike Terror's most recognisable patterns. This colour scheme has proven effective for pike and many large species caught outside Europe. Rodrigo Sales caught a peacock bass on this pattern that was recognised by the IGFA as a world record.
 
Specifications:
COLOUR: Tarpon Mullet STM
LENGTH: 13 or 18 cm
ROD WEIGHT: #8–10 AFTMA, ideally #9
CONSTRUCTION: single hook
MATERIALS: 80–90% Nayat (Snow Runner), 10–20% Pike Terror Flash
UV ACTIVITY: YES – selected UV-active elements improve underwater visibility
APPLICATION: pike; with the saltwater hook option, peacock bass, tarpon and other large species
WEIGHTING OPTIONS: unweighted or 0.6 g (+PLN 5)
METHOD: fly fishing or spinning (e.g. with a Cheburashka weight)
 
Construction and action
 
The fly is built on a hand-twisted Dubbing Brush using Nayat (Snow Runner) and Pike Terror Flash. The brush creates the profile, longer fibres provide length and movement, and the amount of flash depends on the particular pattern.
 
Despite its size, the construction remains light, casts well and moves freely in the water. At every retrieve speed it tracks steadily without rolling onto its side or spinning around its own axis. This applies both to fly fishing and to spinning, for example with a Cheburashka weight.
 
Sometimes pike respond better to a smaller fly. The 13 cm version may also be a better choice for anglers using a lower-line-weight outfit. The 18 cm version creates a larger and more clearly defined profile.
 
With pike, however, it is difficult to speak of a fly being too large. Fish measuring around 40 cm sometimes attack lures 30 cm long. The fly is soft and folds when a pike inhales it as prey, so a large profile in the water does not mean a hard, bulky lure in the fish's mouth.
 
The optional 0.6 g weighting is useful when the fly needs to reach greater depth more quickly or remain there during a faster retrieve.
 
Choose the size, method and weighting to suit your tackle and fishing conditions. Contact us before ordering if you are unsure.