Strong Arm Floating Crab - Umpqua

Strong Arm Floating Crab – Umpqua Topwater Crab Pattern for Flats & Floating Weed Mats The Strong Arm Floating Crab was designed for one of the coolest sights in saltwater fly fishing: gamefish slurping crabs off the surface . When that happens, it’s time to snip off your heavy crab, tie on a floater, and wake them up . Created by Umpqua Signature Tyer Dave Skok , this pattern is built to fish on top around floating weed mats, surface debris, and shallow flats , where crabs often end up drifting and struggling. Since weed mats and surface crab opportunities usually come together, the fly includes an easily removable V-style weedguard , giving you protection when you need it—without locking you into it. Permit will fall for this pattern. A must-have for destination flats anglers fishing places like Belize, the Florida Keys, and the Yucatán . Key Features Floating / topwater crab pattern Designed for fish feeding on crabs at the surface Great around floating weed mats and debris lines Removable V-style weedguard for versatility Designed by Dave Skok The ultimate permit fly for when the sargassum grass gets thick