Baja Beach Patterns
Hi Darian,
I agree with the recommendations being made. Shorter works better for all our trips down to the Peninsula beaches. Maximum length we work with is about 2.5 inches. Most of the streamers are 2 inches or less. Favorite patterns include:
1. ALF Sardina #1/0 and #2
2. Popovics Jiggy #2 and #4
3. Flashtail Clouser Tan over White, or Olive over White #2
4. Small Poppers #1/0 and #2
5. Brown Shrimp #2 and #4
One tip to think about... downsizing doesn't always mean hook size, it can be simply removing some materilas or tying a pattern "small." In fact, I prefer to use a slightly larger hook (or one with a large gape design) for most of my beach flies in Baja. I often use the Tiemco 8089 NP or Trey Combs Big Game designs.
The surf down south is a great game. Enjoy!
Cheers, Ken
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