KOKANEE, Tandem Arctic Fox Trolling Fly
“KOKANEE” is the original Tandem Trolling Fly I produced. In response to guide requests for a longer fly to imitate juvenile kokanee in western North American lakes. The fly has a black fur top over gray over white fur and body. The flash is UV mylar with a few strands of holographic purple flash. This gives a UV halo around the fly in the water. It is also a good version of many black over white bait fish found in most deep water lakes. Both of the hooks are plated Gamakatsu meant for salt water use.
Additional Info
These flies are sold with a Wiggle Fin Action Disc. There are two main variables for “Tuning” the way these flies swim. #1 is boat speed, I have fished these flies from 1 mph up through 3+ mph. #2 is the distance you set the disc above the fly ( 0” through 16”). “Slide Lock Beads” are a good choice for setting the disc because they adjust readily. This allows the angler to quickly check various distances for any given speed. Some anglers have tied in swivels with a bead above to fix the disc up the line.
These flies are tied with Arctic Fox fur. The reason I chose this material is first the texture. This fur is soft but tough. Fur is meant to protect an animal where as marabou is a feather which is dainty and meant for flight. I needed a tough material so that I could tie these on salt water hooks and have a fly that will stand up. Another reason is that the fur is white and can be dyed “hot “ colors. Give these flies a swim and I am sure you will be pleased with their action and durability.