{"product_id":"dumbbell-eye-zonker-rabbit-strip-streamer-fly","title":"Dumbbell Eye Zonker Fly – Rabbit Strip Streamer for Trout \u0026 Saltwater","description":"\u003ch1 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDumbbell Eye Zonker Fly – Rabbit Strip Streamer for Freshwater \u0026amp; Saltwater\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA custom 4-inch dumbbell eye rabbit strip streamer designed to imitate wounded baitfish. Featuring two-tone color combinations, Flashabou, UV accents, and rubber legs for lifelike movement and attraction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapt. Ken’s Dumbbell Eye Zonker is a custom rabbit strip streamer designed for anglers targeting predatory fish in both freshwater and saltwater.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt to imitate wounded or struggling baitfish, this pattern combines the natural movement of rabbit fur with the added attraction of Flashabou, UV accents, and rubber legs. The dumbbell eyes provide weight to help the fly sink into the feeding zone, while the materials create movement and flash as the fly is retrieved.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMost color options feature a two-tone design, reflecting the natural appearance of baitfish. Black and White are the exceptions, offering classic single-color presentations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur guides regularly fish these patterns for trout and bass in the Upper Delaware River and other trout fisheries. Capt. Ken also uses them on Florida's flats and backcountry waters for spotted seatrout, snook, redfish, and other saltwater predators.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese are custom patterns tied with quality materials and attention to detail for anglers who want more than an ordinary mass-produced streamer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Fish the Dumbbell Eye Zonker?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural rabbit strip action:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rabbit fur breathes and moves in the water, creating an enticing swimming profile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeighted dumbbell eyes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Help the fly sink and reach fish holding below the surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo-tone baitfish colors:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Most color combinations provide a natural light-and-dark profile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlash and UV accents:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Flashabou and UV materials add attraction without relying on excessive flash.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRubber legs:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Add movement and subtle action during the retrieve.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFreshwater and saltwater versatility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A useful streamer for a variety of predatory gamefish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen to Fish It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen trout and bass are feeding on baitfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn deeper pools, runs, and along structure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring spring and fall streamer fishing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn Florida flats and backcountry waters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen targeting snook, redfish, spotted seatrout, and other saltwater predators\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Fish It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse short, sharp strips followed by pauses to imitate an injured baitfish. Allow the dumbbell eyes to help the fly sink between retrieves. Vary your retrieve speed and depth until you find the action that triggers a response.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn rivers, try swinging the fly across current or stripping it through deeper pools and along undercut banks. On saltwater flats, work it around potholes, grass edges, and other areas where predators ambush baitfish.\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 rush the retrieve. The rabbit strip provides excellent natural movement, especially when you pause between strips. Let the fly settle and allow the materials to pulse in the water. 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