Ken’s Upper Delaware Peanut Streamer – Articulated Circus Peanut Fly for Big Trout and Predators

A big, bulky articulated streamer designed to attract aggressive fish and trigger strikes from trophy-sized predators. Capt. Ken Tutalo’s version of the Circus Peanut features an extra-full marabou profile and measures over 5 inches long, making it an excellent choice for targeting big brown trout, bass, pike and other predatory fish.

Description

The Circus Peanut is a proven articulated streamer pattern, and Capt. Ken has made his own modifications to create a larger, fuller baitfish presentation.

Ken’s Upper Delaware Peanut Streamer is tied with additional marabou to give the fly more bulk, movement and presence in the water. At over 5 inches long, this is a substantial streamer designed to imitate a large meal.

This pattern is particularly effective for big brown trout on the Upper Delaware and other large trout waters. Its size and profile also make it an excellent predator fly for largemouth and smallmouth bass, northern pike, peacock bass and more.

Why Fish the Upper Delaware Peanut?

Big fish often look for substantial forage, and large articulated streamers offer a profile that can be difficult for predatory fish to ignore.

The additional marabou creates a fuller silhouette and plenty of movement in the water. The articulated design gives the fly a flowing, swimming action that helps suggest a larger baitfish or other substantial prey.

This is a great option when you want to move beyond smaller streamers and target bigger, more aggressive fish.

How to Fish It

Fish this streamer with a variety of retrieves depending on the species and conditions.

• Use short, sharp strips to suggest a fleeing baitfish.

• Try longer pulls with pauses to let the marabou move and settle.

• Fish along deep banks, structure, current seams and other areas where large predators hold.

• Experiment with sink-tip or sinking lines when you need to reach deeper water.

Capt. Ken’s Guide Tips

When targeting big brown trout, don't be afraid to throw a substantial streamer. Large trout will often move considerable distances for a worthwhile meal.

Work this fly along undercut banks, deep pools and structure. Vary your retrieve throughout the day. Sometimes an aggressive strip triggers a reaction, while other times a slower presentation with pauses produces the best results.

Fly Details

• Pattern: Capt. Ken’s Upper Delaware Peanut Streamer

• Style: Articulated Circus Peanut

• Length: Over 5 inches

• Materials: Extra-full marabou for added bulk and movement

• Target Species: Big brown trout, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, peacock bass and other predatory fish

• Available Colors:

  • Black

  • Olive

  • White

  • Rusty Brown

Available Purchase Options

• Single Fly: One fly in your selected color

• 3-Fly Pack: Three flies of the same color

• 4-Fly Selection: Four flies total, two of each color in the selected assortment as pictured

A substantial articulated streamer with the movement and profile to target big fish. Add Ken’s Upper Delaware Peanut to your streamer box when you're looking for a bigger bite.