Mitchell’s Heavy WTF Creepry Crawler
Michael says “This very unique pattern’s name isn’t meant to offend anyone, but once you have one in hand you’ll be saying “WTF”! This new pattern has a lot of “flats critter” in its DNA. I lost sleep at night coming up with the design of this pattern. I wanted to do something very different with “flexo” body tubing with great results and I believe this is it. Designed for Permit “tailing” and feeding with rays in mind, but it also did well with larger bonefish and triggerfish. It’s another pattern of mine caught between being a crab or a snapping shrimp. This pattern is meant to be “crawled” and not swam at a rapid strip. “WTF” has a defensive posture and looks death into the face and backs away.”,
Key Features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Body Tubing | Flexo body tubing for natural movement |
| Target Species | Permit, bonefish, triggerfish, rays |
| Usage Style | Designed to be crawled, not rapidly stripped |
| Design Inspiration | Crab and snapping shrimp hybrid |
FAQ
What makes the WTF Creepry Crawler different from other crawlers?
The pattern features flexo body tubing and a unique design inspired by both crabs and snapping shrimp, giving it a defensive posture that mimics natural behavior when crawling on the bottom.
Is this lure suitable for use in shallow or deep waters?
It is primarily designed for use in shallow to mid-depth waters where permit and flatfish species are active, especially during feeding or tailing behaviors.
Can the crawler be used effectively with larger fish like bonefish?
Yes, it has performed well with larger bonefish and triggerfish, particularly when presented slowly and with a crawling motion.
Audrey Marshall –
This crawler is exactly what I needed for permit fishing. The way it moves on the bottom is realistic and the fish are quick to take it. I’ve used it in both morning and evening hours and it’s been effective every time.
Ella Graham –
The design is unique and the flexo body gives it a natural crawl. It worked well with triggerfish in shallow flats. A bit heavy for some situations, but overall a solid addition to my gear.
Dominic Stewart –
I caught a permit with this crawler during a low-light session. It stayed on the bottom and the fish reacted immediately. The defensive stance really stands out and looks like a real flatfish.