"Master the Bread Fly: The Ultimate Urban Fishing Lure That Mimics Floating Bread"
Darren Crawford How It’s Tied
The Bread Fly is typically tied on a wide-gap hook to match the size of bread pieces found in urban waters. The body is crafted from buoyant materials like white or cream-colored deer hair or foam, ensuring it mimics both the appearance and floatation of real bread.
The material is spun or tied onto the hook and trimmed into a bread-like shape. Success hinges on achieving the right color and texture—close enough to fool fish accustomed to scavenging bread.
What It Mimics
This fly imitates floating bread, a common food source in urban and suburban waters. While unconventional, it excels in areas where fish frequently encounter bread tossed in by park visitors or picnickers.
Where It’s Used
The Bread Fly thrives in urban settings like park ponds and canals, where fish—especially carp—are habituated to human activity and readily take this pattern. Its effectiveness lies in its realistic imitation of an easy meal.
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