Description
Fly Type: This is a subsurface streamer and baitfish imitation. The name "Tobis" is a Scandinavian word for sandeel, and the fly's dark color is a key feature designed to create a strong silhouette in the water.
Best Suited For: An excellent fly for targeting a wide range of predatory fish that feed on sand eels. It's a go-to pattern for sea trout, striped bass, cod, and mackerel.
Best Time to Fish: This fly is particularly effective in murky or off-color water and during low-light conditions like dawn, dusk, or on overcast days. The dark color stands out and is highly visible when a lighter pattern would be difficult to see.
Water Type: A classic saltwater fly, especially for coastal areas and brackish water.
Best Location: The Tobis Dark is most effective when fished in shallow coastal bays, over sandy flats where sand eels burrow, and in areas with a strong current.
Other Value: The key to this fly's success is its striking silhouette. The dark color creates a bold, clear profile that is easily seen by a fish looking up from below. The fly is tied with a long, slender profile to perfectly mimic a sandeel. Fish it with a quick, erratic retrieve to imitate a fleeing sandeel, which will often trigger a strong, aggressive strike.