Re: [VFB] Crappie Time

[Dan Crowe]

Hey Del. Crappie on the fly are a blast! I've got a real simple fly that seems to work. I use a size 12 2x long hook (or even a 10) and tie in a little bright yellow marabou tail, no longer than the shank. Bright yellow chenille body, and two short rubber legs tied in at the eye, on top of the fly so they sort of flare out on top like a helicopter.   Just cast it out and let it sit and slowly settle in to the water. It sinks really slowly. Wait a minute or so and twitch it back in.   Crappie can't resist it.   Good Luck,   Dan ----- Original Message ----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, April 03, 2002 8:59 AM Subject: [VFB] Crappie Time The dogwoods are starting to bloom here in SC, which can mean only one thing, CRAPPIE TIME !!!!!      I have never gone for crappie on a fly (intentionally, have caught a few while bream fishing). Any suggestions on gear, leaders, flies, ect.....      I plan on using a 5 wt that I bought as a set just the other week for $20.00. Its a med. action Shakespeare, nice rod great reel, for the price. No drag though, but it does have an exposed rim for drag control, and is all aluminum for strength. I got a WF5F line on it. I got a few sink tips and some 7-9 ft leaders.      I am open for any advice.      Delbert (Del) Roberts   Belton, South Carolina, USA ([EMAIL PROTECTED])