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RIO's Morrish Skate Rat

$104.99

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Description

The RIO's Morrish Skate Rat was born out of the simple need for a large topwater pattern for big nasty fish. Think golden dorado, pike, peacock bass, and taimen, for starters. Due to its hook size, I wouldn't advocate using it for trout. There are lots of large flies and poppers that I like the thought of fishing...until I attempt to cast them. Un-castable concoctions have no place in my boxes nor in others. First off, we must be able to deliver; second, we must be able to deliver hour after hour and day after day. This fly is specifically designed to combine a large profile with castability. The no-wrap tail design also helps anglers keep the fly in the water where it belongs, as opposed to in the boat while you unwrap the tail!

Fishing Profile

Fly
Best for
Fly, Pike, Offshore
Presentation
Surface, Topwater
Techniques
Casting, Topwater
Conditions
Open Water, Low Light
SeasonYear Round
WaterSaltwater

Field Notes

This is a large topwater fly designed for aggressive predators and long casting sessions. Use it when fish are feeding near the surface, especially around structure or open water where a big profile can draw strikes. The no-wrap tail design helps keep it fishing cleanly through repeated casts.

Pros

  • Large surface profile for attracting big fish
  • Designed to be castable despite its size
  • No-wrap tail helps reduce fouling

Cons

  • Too large for trout
  • Best suited to bigger predator species rather than general freshwater fishing

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