Mini FAB Sunburst
The Sunburst Mini FAB is perfect for targeting extremely pressured fish on stillwaters. Whether you’re fishing the likes of Rutland or Grafham water, or a small catch and release water, the Mini Fab deserves a place in your fly box. When the fish get tricky and stop taking, try fishing a single Mini Fab on a long leader, or replace your usual size FAB’s on a washing line set up. Sunburst has and continues to be one of the most effective colors for trout all over the country.
Key Features
- Designed by Rob Edmunds
- Uses FNF 10mm Jelly Fritz pattern
- Optimized for pressured trout in stillwater environments
- Effective in both stillwater and catch and release situations
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Pattern Type | Mini FAB |
| Color | Sunburst |
| Hook Size | Not specified |
| Material | FNF 10mm Jelly Fritz |
FAQ
What makes the Sunburst Mini FAB effective for pressured trout?
The Sunburst color and the FNF 10mm Jelly Fritz pattern are specifically designed to mimic natural prey and are proven effective in pressured conditions on stillwaters like Rutland and Grafham.
Can I use this fly on a long leader?
Yes, the Mini FAB is recommended for use on a long leader when fish are reluctant to take the fly.
Is this fly suitable for catch and release waters?
Yes, it is effective in small catch and release waters due to its natural appearance and action.

Vanessa Scott –
Fished on Grafham water during a peak season and the Sunburst Mini FAB worked well when other flies failed. The color stood out without being flashy, and the action on the water was natural. Great for pressured trout.
Owen Peters –
Used it on a long leader during a stillwater session and caught a small brown trout. The FNF 10mm pattern holds up well and looks realistic. Would recommend to anyone fishing pressured waters.
Olivia Walsh –
Good performance in a low-traffic water. The sunburst color is effective, though not as flashy as some other options. Works well with a washing line setup when fish are slow to take.