Mini Puff
The Mini Puff is a classic bonefish fly designed for shallow water conditions and spooky fish. It’s known for its light, sparsely dressed appearance and the chenille ‘puff’ which helps the bead chain eyes of the fly to enter the water softly, making it ideal for not spooking the fish. The design allows the fly to land on the water with hardly a splash, which is crucial when targeting bonefish in skinny waters.
The Mini Puff is effective because it mimics the mottled appearance of prey found on the bonefish flats, and its construction ensures a soft landing and slow sink, which is less likely to alarm the fish. It’s a staple in the fly boxes of many serious saltwater flats anglers around the world.