Fulling Mill Saltwater Fly Lineup for 2026

New predator streamers, flats crustaceans, and expanded crab patterns lead the company’s US and international saltwater additions.

Fulling Mill released its 2026 US saltwater collection on January 16, featuring new patterns from Signature Tyers Ben Whalley and Mike Mitchell. The company also published an international overview on January 8 covering its non-US catalog. Between the two announcements, the 2026 lineup spans big-game baitfish, flats crustaceans, and destination-specific crab patterns.

Dragontail Baitfish

The headline addition for US anglers chasing large saltwater predators is the Dragontail Baitfish. Designed for tarpon, bull redfish, roosterfish, and other big-game species, the pattern uses Dragon Tail material to produce lifelike movement in the water. Large eyes provide a target for predators to key on. The fly is tied on Gamakatsu SL12 hooks in sizes 2/0 and 4/0.

Whalley’s Prison Bride

Signature Tyer Ben Whalley adds a new baitfish pattern to the US catalog with the Prison Bride. Whalley describes it as a last-resort fly for tough days when other options fall short. The pattern features a translucent shimmer intended to fool wary fish. Whalley, a Maine-based guide who splits his time between striped bass and wild salmonids, draws influence from Bob Popovics in his fly design.

Mitchell’s Flats Patterns

The US announcement features crustacean patterns from Signature Tyer Mike Mitchell, designed for bonefish, permit, and other flats species. Mitchell’s Itchy and Scratchy, first announced in 2025, is highlighted as a key part of the lineup. Mitchell describes it as a critter-and-shrimp pattern that can be “swum” or “crawled” depending on the retrieve. Available in both weighted and unweighted versions, it has accounted for permit, bonefish, and triggerfish around the globe.

International Additions

The January 8 international announcement includes several patterns not featured in the US release. Chief among these is a new orange colorway for the Flexo Crab series, which the company says has been highly successful at destinations in and around the Seychelles. The Micro Flexo now rides on Fulling Mill’s new Universal Salt hook, and the Trigger Flexo is tied on Owner Fly Liner hooks for durability against triggerfish.

Also appearing in the international catalog is the Beadchain Crab, a lightweight pattern for bonefish and permit on shallow flats, and new Slinky Clouser color combinations from Brittany-based guide Captain Phil Dolivet, developed for European sea bass.

Availability

The US saltwater range is available through Fulling Mill and authorized dealers. International patterns can be found through the company’s non-US website.