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The Emergence of Flashabou Skirting

The story of modern pelagic trolling is one of incremental improvements. The fishermen of Hawai‘i brought offshore trolling techniques to the world and they continue to be on the leading edge of innovation. The next step in trolling-Flashabou is now upon us. Flashabou is a soft, synthetic hairlike material that is often used in fly tying and has spread into other sectors of fishing. Over the last several years, highly detailed Flashabou skirts have caught on among Hawai‘i trollers. Paired with the functional art of Hawai‘i-made resin trolling heads, Flashabou has become the go-to choice for many local highliners.

The Emergence of Flashabou

The history of Flashabou in Hawai‘i trolling leads back, not surprisingly,

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