{"product_id":"one-eye-gurgler-topwater-baitfish-fly","title":"One Eye Gurgler Fly – Garthside Gurgler Topwater Baitfish","description":"\u003ch1 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne Eye Gurgler Fly – Garthside Gurgler Topwater Baitfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA lightweight, 4-inch topwater Gurgler that imitates a distressed baitfish struggling on its side. Designed to trigger aggressive surface strikes from freshwater and saltwater predators.\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 Gurgler is a proven topwater fly that has earned its place in fly boxes for both freshwater and saltwater fishing. This One Eye Gurgler is tied in a small baitfish profile, with a distinctive one-eye design that imitates an injured or struggling baitfish lying on its side.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePredatory fish recognize the vulnerability of a baitfish in distress. The Gurgler's surface action and unusual profile create an easy target that can trigger an aggressive feeding response.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a pattern I personally use when guiding for bass on rivers and when poling the flats and backcountry for inshore saltwater species. It is an effective choice whenever gamefish are looking toward the surface for an easy meal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Fish the One Eye Gurgler?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistressed baitfish profile:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The one-eye design suggests a baitfish that is injured or struggling on its side.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSurface commotion:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The Gurgler pushes water and attracts attention from nearby predators.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVersatile application:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Effective in both freshwater and saltwater environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLightweight construction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Easy to cast without needing an especially heavy fly rod.\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\u003eFish the One Eye Gurgler with short, deliberate strips to make it move and disturb the surface. Mix in pauses to let the fly sit on its side and give following fish an opportunity to strike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen fish are actively chasing bait, a more continuous retrieve can also be effective. Vary your retrieve until you find what triggers a response.\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 this fly when fish are feeding on small baitfish in shallow water. A struggling baitfish on the surface is an easy target, and the One Eye Gurgler gives predators a presentation they can identify and attack. Its light weight also makes it comfortable for clients to fish on 5- and 6-weight fly rods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePattern:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e One Eye Gurgler\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Garthside Gurgler variation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 4 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHook:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e #2 saltwater hook\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColors available:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Black \/ Purple, White and Chartreuse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFishing applications:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Freshwater and saltwater\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended tackle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Easily cast on 5- and 6-weight fly rods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd a Proven Topwater Baitfish to Your Fly Box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you're targeting river bass or inshore saltwater predators, the One Eye Gurgler offers a lightweight, versatile surface presentation. Keep a few on hand for those days when gamefish are looking for an easy meal on top.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Capt. 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