{"product_id":"christmas-island-gotcha","title":"Christmas Island Gotcha","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fbskMG_root markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe Christmas Island Gotcha takes the proven Gotcha profile and tunes it for the exceptionally clear, spooky flats of Kiritimati (Christmas Island).\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA larger orange thread hot spot at the head helps trigger aggressive eats, while the sparse tan Craft Fur wing keeps the fly's splashdown subtle. The pearl Mylar body provides just enough underflash to catch the equatorial sun, with a few strands of holographic flash tied in at the wing base. Small silver bead-chain eyes give the fly a light presentation that settles naturally onto the bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-tied on a Gamakatsu SL11-3H 3X-strong saltwater hook, this is a purpose-built bonefish pattern for shallow, clear water where presentation matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBonefish are the primary target, while small Permit, Redfish, Speckled Trout, baby Tarpon, and Sheepshead will also eat it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Fish It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLead the fish six to eight feet ahead of the fly's landing zone and let the fly settle to the bottom without stripping. Then use short, sharp strips with pauses. The Gotcha darts and drops, with many eats coming on the drop. Watch for the fish to flare and strip-set firmly when it eats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProven Gotcha profile tuned for Christmas Island\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarger orange hot spot for added attraction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSparse tan Craft Fur wing for a softer presentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePearl Mylar body with subtle holographic flash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall silver bead-chain eyes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGamakatsu SL11-3H 3X-strong saltwater hook\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned primarily for Bonefish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso effective for Permit, Redfish, Speckled Trout, Tarpon, and Sheepshead\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize #4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUptide Take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Christmas Island Gotcha is built for the fish that make you earn it. Sparse, subtle, and just flashy enough, it's a bonefish pattern made for clear water and wary fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pointer-events-none -mb-px h-px w-full opacity-0\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"FINATICS Fly Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41218873557041,"sku":"XMAS-ISLAND-GOTCHA-TAN-4","price":4.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/5571\/4865\/files\/Christmas-Island-Gotcha.jpg?v=1788999443","url":"https:\/\/uptidefishing.com\/products\/christmas-island-gotcha","provider":"Uptide Fishing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}