Why You Should Always Carry a Bunker Fly
If you're heading out to the coast this weekend, you definitely need a solid bunker fly in your box because it's basically candy for striped bass and big bluefish. There is something almost magical about how a well-tied imitation of a menhaden—or "bunker," as we usually call them—can trigger a strike when nothing else seems to work. It's not just about throwing something shiny into the water; it's about mimicking the specific profile and behavior of a baitfish that fuels the entire Atlantic saltwater ecosystem. ...