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RIO's Webster Shrouser

$67.99

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Description

Since creating the Crouser fly, I’ve often been asked for custom versions suited for tropical anglers targeting bonefish and permit. The original Crouser was a bit large and heavy for these wary fish, so the Shrouser evolved through custom orders as a smaller, softer-landing, jiggy, shrimpy variation. Designed with smaller hooks, a jig-style profile, ice dub hot spot, and shrimp/crab eyes, it works beautifully for bonefish, permit, striped bass on flats, redfish, snook, and more, with color schemes to match its refined look.

Fishing Profile

Null
Best for
Fly, Inshore, Tarpon
Presentation
Subsurface, Jiggy
Techniques
Casting, Finesse, Fly Casting
Conditions
Clear Water, Open Water
SeasonYear Round
WaterSaltwater

Field Notes

A smaller, softer-landing shrimp/crab-style fly for tropical flats fishing. Best presented on a controlled cast to bonefish and permit, especially when fish are wary and want a subtle profile. It can also be used around flats structure for redfish, snook, and striped bass.

Pros

  • Smaller profile for spooky fish
  • Soft landing and subtle presentation
  • Versatile saltwater flats pattern

Cons

  • Not ideal when fish want a larger, more aggressive fly
  • May be too delicate for heavy cover or rough surf

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