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Coker Smoker Tarpon Fly
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Species:
Tarpon -
Imitation:
Baitfish,
Shrimp,
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Skill Level:
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Destination:
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The coker smoker is a classic tarpon fly for the Florida Keys. This is one of the “go to” flies in the spring for migrating tarpon in the southern Florida Keys. The smoker is a keys style fly tied to be sturdy and land light. It has withstood the test of time and continues to be a staple in every tarpon hunter’s fly box.
Get this out in front of a line of tarpon coming down the channel and what it disappear.

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RECIPE
Hook: |
Mustad 34007, size 1/0-3/0 TMC811S, Gamakatsu SC17 #1-0 – 3-0 |
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Thread: |
Tan Flymaster plus (210 denier) you can also use yellow thread but the classic pattern uses a dark tan or light-ish brown |
Eyes: |
(Are optional) use small black mono eyes |
Body: |
Yellow & Light tan marabou Alternate choice (grizzly or ginger hackle) |
Tail: |
Yellow Grizzly & Tan Hackles |