SaltwaterChewy's Halo Shrimp
A realistic and durable saltwater shrimp pattern, Chewy's Halo Shrimp uses a blend of synthetic and natural materials to create movement, translucency, and profile. Designed for picky flats species like bonefish and permit, it excels in clear, shallow water.
Year Round
Advanced
Bonefish, Permit
Overview
Chewy's Halo Shrimp is a saltwater pattern designed to imitate translucent shrimp found on flats. It's tied with materials like UV Ice Dub, clear synthetic fibers, and a halo of light-colored dubbing to create a glowing, natural look in shallow water. Mono eyes and bead chain or dumbbell eyes give it weight and realism. The tail typically uses soft, mobile materials like rabbit or Krystal Flash. It's a favorite for bonefish and other flats species, especially when subtle presentation and lifelike profile are key.
Pattern Characteristics
Materials
Hook: Tiemco 811S, size #4–#8
Thread: UTC 140 denier in tan or clear mono thread
Eyes: Black bead chain or mono shrimp eyes
Antennae: Cream or clear Fluoro Fibre
Body: Tan or clear synthetic dubbing
Ribbing: Fine copper or gold wire
Shellback: Clear scud back or Sili Skin
Legs: Tan or clear sili legs
Weight: Lead-free wire wraps or bead chain eyes (optional)
Resin Coating: Solarez Thin Hard or Bone Dry over shellback for shine and durability
Fishing Tips
Season
Year Round
Presentation
Strip slowly with short pauses to mimic a fleeing shrimp
When to Use
Ideal in shallow flats, near turtle grass, or sandy bottoms where bonefish feed
Water Type
Saltwater
Rigging Suggestions
Use with a fluorocarbon leader on floating or intermediate line
Visibility & Floatation
Sinks moderately depending on weight; clear body and shellback provide natural visibility; resin adds translucency and durability without affecting sink rate
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