Flies

Flagler-style Little Black Stonefly Nymph Winter stonefly nymphs in sizes 16–20, fished tight to the banks during afternoon warm-ups, produce some of the year's most consistent nymphing from late January through March. While most anglers focus exclusively on midges, early black stoneflies (families Capniidae and Taeniopterygidae) are actively migrating...

This week's Tying Tuesday brings together four patterns that couldn't be more different from one another—proof that a little variety at the bench can keep things interesting when the water isn't cooperating. We're starting small with a Perdigon—a competition-style nymph that's as clean and precise as they come—and a Biot Midge Emerger from Charlie...

Griffith's Gnat Ten patterns cover virtually all winter trout fishing: Zebra Midges, RS2 Emergers, Pheasant Tail Nymphs, Hare's Ear Nymphs, scuds, egg patterns, San Juan Worms, Griffith's Gnats, Parachute BWOs, and Little Black Stoneflies. In sizes 14–24, these flies match the limited food sources trout rely on during cold months—primarily midges, with...

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...

There's an unscratchable itch that comes with staring at open water you can't quite reach yet. But the good news is that your vise doesn't care about weather forecasts. For this week's Tying Tuesday, we've gathered four videos that represent a genuine shift in how tiers are thinking about fly design—a snag-resistant jigged bugger built for pressured trout...

Strong Arm Merkin permit pattern, developed by angler Nathaniel Linville and master tier Dave Skok in around 108 Seven crab patterns consistently catch permit across the Caribbean: Del's Merkin, Strong Arm Merkin, Bauer Crab, Flexo Crab, Avalon, Raghead Crab, and the Squimp. These flies have proven themselves over decades from the Florida Keys to Belize...

It's late January, the rivers are locked up or running gray, and if you're like most of us, you've been staring out the window wondering when you'll feel a tug on the line again. Cabin fever is real, but so is the cure: a well-lit vise, a warm beverage, and a few hours of wrapping thread. This week's Tying Tuesday has no central thread (so to speak). We're...

This week's collection begins at the surface with Savage Flies' Snow Fly, a masterclass in visibility design for winter dry fly fishing. Charlie Craven's Bucky's Midge Cluster tackles complex hatches through clever material stacking, offering a smart solution when fish key in on clusters rather than singles. Below the film, the SOS Chironomid from Fly Fish...

This week's selections pair bold attractors with subtle naturals. The Infamous Pink Worm leans into visibility for when subtlety takes a back seat. On the opposite end, the Pheasant Tail Nymph remains a masterclass in restraint—proof that classic materials and clean proportions never go out of style. The Cased Caddis is worth a close look with impressive...

As the seasons shift, this week's collection highlights the versatility required for early-season success. We begin with Davie McPhail's masterful use of Tanuki fur, an innovative material choice for Spring Salmon flies that offers unparalleled underwater movement. For those targeting aggressive predators, the integration of internal rattles in the Rattle...