Bonefish Bitters - RIO

The RIO Bonefish Bitters is a deadly, time-tested bonefish fly found in the boxes of anglers traveling from Christmas Island to Cuba—and every legendary bonefish flat in between. Designed to closely imitate a small flats shrimp, this pattern has earned its reputation anywhere selective bonefish tail, cruise, and feed in shallow water. Bonefish Bitters features bead chain eyes encapsulated in durable epoxy, giving it the perfect balance of sink rate, realism, and longevity. The fly lands softly, tracks true, and rides hook-point up, making it ideal for skinny water and wary fish. Fish it the way bonefish expect—short, subtle twitches along the bottom—and be ready when the line comes tight. A versatile go-to pattern for a wide range of flats conditions, Bonefish Bitters excels on firm sand, turtle grass edges, and mixed bottom where shrimp are a primary food source. Key Features Realistic flats shrimp imitation for bonefish Bead chain eyes with epoxy coating for durability and proper sink rate Soft landing and natural bottom-tracking action Ideal for clear, shallow flats and pressured fish Proven worldwide from tropical atolls to Caribbean flats