{"product_id":"12-crazy-charlie-bonefish-fly-selection","title":"12 Crazy Charlie Flies – Bonefish \u0026 Permit Fly Selection","description":"\u003ch1 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12 Crazy Charlie Bonefish Flies – Bonefish \u0026amp; Permit Fly Selection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA dozen proven Crazy Charlie saltwater flies in three productive colors and two hook sizes. An essential flats pattern for bonefish and a useful option when targeting permit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Crazy Charlie is one of the most recognized and productive bonefish flies in saltwater fly fishing. A longtime standard in flats anglers' fly boxes, this proven pattern has earned its reputation on bonefish flats around the world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapt. Ken’s 12 Crazy Charlie Fly Selection gives you three versatile color choices—Pink, Olive, and Tan—in two hook sizes. This assortment helps you adapt to changing light, bottom conditions, and fish preferences when fishing shallow saltwater flats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you're stalking bonefish over sandy flats or presenting a small shrimp-like imitation to other crustacean-feeding saltwater species, the Crazy Charlie is a pattern worth carrying.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Fish the Crazy Charlie?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Crazy Charlie's streamlined profile and weighted construction make it an effective fly for presenting near the bottom where bonefish feed. Its simple, proven design allows for a natural presentation while remaining easy to cast and retrieve.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDifferent colors give you options for varying water clarity, bottom color, and light conditions. Having both #2 and #6 sizes lets you adjust your presentation to the size of the fish and the conditions on the flats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen to Fish Them\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen sight-fishing for bonefish on shallow saltwater flats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOver sandy, mixed sand-and-grass, and other suitable flats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn clear water when fish are feeding on shrimp and small crustaceans\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen changing light or bottom conditions call for a different fly color\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen targeting permit and other saltwater species that feed on crustaceans\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Fish Them\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePresent the Crazy Charlie ahead of cruising or tailing bonefish and allow it to settle toward the bottom. Use short, controlled strips to imitate a fleeing shrimp or small crustacean.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePay attention to the fish's direction and speed. A good presentation placed in its feeding path is often more important than an aggressive retrieve.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapt. Ken’s Guide Tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDon't overlook fly size and color when fishing clear, shallow flats. Carrying both #2 and #6 Crazy Charlies gives you the flexibility to adjust your presentation. Start with a natural color like Tan or Olive, then experiment with Pink when conditions or fish response suggest a change.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelection Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 12 Crazy Charlie flies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColors:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pink, Olive, and Tan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor breakdown:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 4 flies in each color\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSizes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e #2 and #6\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize breakdown:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2 flies in each size per color\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 6 flies in size #2 and 6 flies in size #6\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTarget species:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bonefish, permit, and other crustacean-feeding saltwater gamefish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGet Ready for Your Next Flats Fishing Trip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Crazy Charlie belongs in every serious bonefish angler's fly box. This 12-fly selection gives you three proven colors and two useful sizes, so you're better prepared for changing conditions on the flats. Add Capt. Ken’s Crazy Charlie Selection to your saltwater fly box before your next trip.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Capt. Ken's Custom Flies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45219663380694,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0908\/4016\/files\/20240403_192237.jpg?v=1712186695","url":"https:\/\/baxterhouseflyfishing.com\/products\/12-crazy-charlie-bonefish-fly-selection","provider":"Baxter House River Outfitters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}