Mitchell’s Crustacean Pie – Fulling Mill
Michael says “This crittery pattern has been in the works for a couple years now. Designed for “Tailing” Bonefish and Permit, but also applies to Permit feeding with rays. “Crustacean Pie” imitates a “crab” or a “Bigclaw Snapping Shrimp“. This pattern has a little bit of everything from claws, eyes, antennae, rabbit fur carapace, and winging to create a tasty slice of “Crustacean Pie“. Hence the naming of this pattern by renowned guide Travis Sands at Soul Fly Lodge in the Bahamas. It’s a “stimulator” pattern that stimulates a feeding reaction from Bonefish, Permit, and many other species of the “Flats””
FAQ
What fish does the Crustacean Pie pattern target?
The Crustacean Pie pattern is designed to target Bonefish and Permit, and can also be effective when used during Permit feeding with rays.
What does the name ‘Crustacean Pie’ refer to?
The name refers to the pattern’s design, which imitates a crab or a Bigclaw Snapping Shrimp, incorporating features like claws, eyes, antennae, rabbit fur carapace, and winging to mimic a natural crustacean.
Who named the Crustacean Pie pattern?
The pattern was named by renowned guide Travis Sands at Soul Fly Lodge in the Bahamas.
Jane Fisher –
Used this lure on a flat near the Bahamas and saw multiple Bonefish take it. The detail in the design, especially the antennae and carapace, made it look very realistic. Fish reacted immediately, even in low visibility. A solid choice for tailing species.
Austin Powell –
Fished it during a permit feeding session and got consistent bites. The shrimp-like movement worked well in the shallow water. A bit more sensitive than other patterns, but worth the adjustment.
Dylan Brown –
Great for mimicking crustacean prey. The pattern stayed natural in the current and attracted fish that would normally ignore other lures. Highly recommended for flats fishing.