Barnes Special - Tandem

The Barnes Special - Tandem is an enhanced version of the classic Barnes Special streamer, originally adapted from the Hurricane pattern. Designed to target salmon, this eastern streamer is highly effective due to its lifelike movement and tandem-hook setup, which increases hook-up rates and ensures a natural swimming action in the water.

Tied with high-quality materials, the Barnes Special - Tandem features a sleek baitfish profile with subtle flash, making it an excellent attractor pattern in both clear and slightly stained water conditions. The tandem configuration allows for better coverage, ensuring that short-striking fish are more likely to be hooked.

To fish the Barnes Special - Tandem effectively, swing it through runs, strip it in short bursts to mimic an injured baitfish, or troll it in lakes where salmon are actively feeding. This fly is particularly productive during seasonal baitfish migrations and in waters where predatory fish are aggressively chasing forage.