The Rag head crab fly is one of the most productive permit patterns around! Read about the Rag Head Crab, the materials used, and how to tie this permit fly

This is one of the first crab patterns to upgrade from the original Merkin. Designed on the flats of the Yucatan for permit, in smaller sizes it has proven to be very effective for bonefish as well. Don't limit yourself to Mexico with this one as it can be a …

Whether you’re kicking up sand trying to find the elusive permit or scooting across a mudflat in pursuit of opportunistic striped bass, the Rag Head Crab gets the job done. Originally tied by Jan Isley for pursuing permit in Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, this fly has proven itself as a saltwater staple anytime you’re looking to drag the bottom.

Umpqua’s Rag Head Crab is a small crab pattern tied with heavy lead eyes to sink it quickly. Great for Bonefish and Permit when small size crabs are present. Movement is provided by the Marabou tail and rubber legs.

An angler armed with a selection of our three crab patterns in different colors and sizes will be ready for just about any situation where fish are feeding on crabs. Our Raghead now comes in three sizes, #1, #2 and #2 small.

Is there a more effective crab fly pattern than the Raghead Crab? This fly just "gets bit"! Bonefish like a strip and sink retrieve. Permit like a slow retrieve. Also available in Olive. This fly is tied on a Gama SL-11 3H.

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The Rag Head Crab Fly, an original design by Jan Isley, revolutionized crab patterns for fly fishing, evolving from the classic Merkin. Crafted for the Yucatan flats, it's ideal for targeting permit and, in smaller sizes, is highly effective for bonefish.

The Rag Head Crab is a perfect fly to throw in any location that has the target species. This pattern has been catching fish for years and years. Besides being a well know fly for the elusive Permit, it is a great fly to throw at Bonefish Tarpon and even Redfish.

This pattern imitates a number of species in the Families; Portunidae (Swimming Crabs) and Majidae (Spider Crabs). Designed to be fished in typical crab style for Permit and strip and pause style for bonefish.