Joe’s Smelt Tandem is an enhanced version of the classic Joes Smelt streamer, designed to imitate small baitfish and increase hook-up success with its tandem-hook setup. This fly is highly productive in both rivers and lakes, making it a reliable choice for targeting trout, salmon, and other predatory fish that feed on smelt.

Tied with premium materials, the Joes Smelt Tandem features a sleek profile and subtle flash, mimicking the natural shimmer and movement of real smelt. The tandem-hook design ensures that short-striking fish are more likely to be hooked, making this pattern particularly effective during peak feeding periods or when targeting aggressive, fast-moving fish.

To fish the Joes Smelt Tandem effectively, swing it through current seams, retrieve it in short, erratic bursts to imitate a fleeing baitfish, or troll it in lake settings where trout and salmon are actively feeding. This fly is especially productive in the spring and fall when baitfish migrations trigger heightened feeding activity.