Streamer - Rabbit Runner

Gapen Rabbit Runner Streamer Fly

Gapen's Rabbit Runner streamer is considered a favorite by many northern pike fly fishermen. It is about 5 inches long on a #2/0 hook.

Fish it slowly, especially along weed edges and in shallow bays where pike wait in ambush.

At a Glance

• Length – About 5 inches
• Size – #2/0
• Colors – Black, brown, chartreuse, olive, white and yellow
• Water – Weed edges, shallow bays and river backwaters
• Species – Northern pike

Fishing Tips

• Slow down. Long pauses between strips let the fly hang in front of following pike.
• Use a bite tippet. Pike teeth cut light leaders.
• Try chartreuse or white in stained water and black or olive in clear water.