The twisted foam adds segmentation and the rubber legs give it plenty of action in the water.

This crab that has an amazing amount of motion in the water to get those picky fish in the mood to eat.

The combination of gray, brown, white, and black makes this fly a reasonable imitation of lots of bugs. All the sizes are useful.

This fly was tied to be effective either dead drifted or swung for more aggressive trout and steelhead. Awesome pattern.

Andre Puyans set out to create meaty looking morsel that would be realistic and versatile. His creation was a series of flies using different materials, but keeping the same design. The black is ... more info.

Andre Puyans set out to create a meaty looking morsel that would be realistic and versatile. His creation was a series of flies using different materials, but keeping the same design. The black is ... more info.

A slight twist on an old favorite. Many times this will out fish the traditional prince.

An extrodinary Steelhead fly that is deadly at the right time. When Salmon Fry are roaming around this fly is a killer. If you like to swing flies for Steelies try this one.

This is a twist on the Pettis Unreal Egg series. It has a brass bead in the center of it to help get it down to where the fish are.

Let's put it this way, we wouldn't hesitate to only bring this fly to Alaska, British Columbia, or Russia. Works just as well in the lower 48 too!

This fly was named after the Babine River - a feeder to the Skeena. Big Steekhead live there. Your basic double egg pattern.

A gold/black bunny fur leech.

Bluefish and stripers will go nuts on this fly, not to mention the dorado of Baja. It makes a lot of surface disturbance and will put up to the abuse of big fish teeth.

With its gold tungsten bead this stonefly gets down fast. It looks buggy and the fish agree. Tie one on and join the converts.

These aren't subtle. Also great for the angler that wants to fish one fly all day, and have it float as high at 5 p.m. as it did at 5 a.m.

Bass love the wiggle leg action. The hard body poppers will last and throw a little easier than hair bugs. Pick up an assortment.

A great searching fly for the surf.

For a lot of us here at American Fly Fishing, this is the nymph we tie on first. Mayfly, caddis, scud, this one does it all!

The ultimate caddis nymph. A little z-wing goes a long way in making this fly look like its serious about getting to the surface and getting the heck out of dodge.

Lots of marabou and feathers gives this fly lots of appealing action - the kind of action fish can't resist.

The perfect sculpin pattern. It is tied with rabbit, rattles and a touch of flash. Nothing else is needed.

This is a slight twist on the Chernobyl. It has a dubbed and hackled underbody for added realism and like the Chernobyl, legs going everywhere.

the River" because it came from humble beginnings to become one of the best fish catchers in the west. A genuine attractor that works all year long. Small river or large streams, Steelhead or Trout, ... more info.

This popper , with a length of 6/7 inches, is meant for Giant Trevally, Barracuda, large Dorado, big Peacocks, etc. 11 and 12 wt rods recommended, yet designed for maximum size...motion...big ... more info.

The best of LeMays Big Eye Tarpon fly made even better with a super sharp Owner hook. If you take your Tarpon fishing seriously, you'll kick down for the hook upgrade.

Scuds And Shrimp. This is a great one. Many fish taken on this fly on the Bighorn...

Can you believe it? Well, believe it! This is one of the best nymphs ever created and will surely catch more trout than you have a right to expect.

There are lots of beetles in the world, and a lot of them are black. Trout like them - always have a few in your box.

An infamous tarpon fly tied on a super sharp super strong Owner hook. For those anglers that don't like to let go.

We have really enjoyed fishing this fly in Bajas' Sea of Cortez. My guess is that they would also be very good anywhere where top action is hot and heavy.

A very good looking lake fly. We would use it for big Alaska Bows and Steelhead.

This fly has it all: foam, rubber legs, and visibility. Oh yeah, the fish love it too.

Trout love ants. Toss one out and hold on tight.

The perfect caddis to fish at dusk. It sits low like a natural but is still highly visible.

Useful all year, but from November through April, you might as well stay home if you don't have these.

The bitters is a classy, little fly that bonefish love to try to crush. The epoxy body and rubber legs make this fly look like some type of shrimp. It will last through many a bonefish fight.

The critter family of flies by Borski are the fishiest looking crab patterns around. This is the bonefish version - but don't miss the mangrove critter for permit and other larger crab eaters.

Yes it does work on bonita, but it will also produce for most pelagic species as well. Make sure you strip this one fast.

A great looking Off-shore or Tarpon fly. Add a Cockroach, a Black Death and you are ready to rumble.

This is another great series of flies from one of the most talented tyer's in the industry. They are tied Czech style so they sink quickly and get to where the fish are. The fish absolutely love them ... more info.

An indispensable fly for both river and lake fishing. Try putting three or four on a long leader and use a slow hand twist retrieve on your favorite trout lake.

Brassies are probably the most popular imitation for midge pupae/emergers. A great addition to the "Super Deal" box filler portfolio. Make sure you have multiple sizes and colors, especially on ... more info.

Try these large mayflies, they drive those big trout wild.

The perfect fly to swing for steelies.

Big trout and bass eat leeches. Nothing imitates a big leech better than bunny fur. Great materials make great flies.

Umpqua's neighbor, John Matthews, ties flies almost every night. And on a daily basis concocts some exquisite steelhead patterns, some a variation on a theme and some utterly new and he ties them as ... more info.

This small mayfly pattern joins a long list of Andy Burk hunchback flies that are flat out killer.

If you fish streamers you know what it is to experience arm jerking strikes. Tie on one of these epoxy head streamers and join those of us who love to swing flies, just remember to hold on tight.

Andy has done it again! His hunchback flies are killer and this black Bead-Head Green Drake is no exception.

This two-toned variation of Burk's Hunchback is a "must-have" fly. Hunchback mayfly nymphs have been setting the standard for years.

Andy's parachute version of the Blue Winged Olive and Pale Morning Dun are just too good to be true. If these flies don't catch fish, then nothing will.

This combines two of the greats, the Wooly Bugger and the Muddler Minnow. A great searching pattern for trout or bass.

This is the perfect caddis larva. Its thin profile will help it get deep quickly.

One great Caddis nymph. Durable too.

Without a doubt, this is one caddis pattern everyone needs to have. Works great for trout and steelhead.

These are truly versatile flies. From the "Catskills" style of fly tying, the bunched feather wing gives a great illusion of movement. A great choice when the fish are "adams-ed" out.

The black and white colors on this fly ensure visibility. Sometimes it's all about contrast.

Probably the most popular sand eel imitation around, from the guru of salt water flies - Mr. Popovics. Great for any slim baitfish as well.

This fly does it all. Nymph it, swing it, or strip it. It just works.

A great bug for those big ugly Cicada the fish love so much

This fly sits low in the water, like the natural but with its white wing it is very visible. A great choice.

A perfect match when the fish are stuffing themselves with spinners.

CDC floats like a cork. Put it in a great caddis pattern and you have a fly that loves to stay put on the top of the stream until the fish takes it below.

This fly is designed to be used as a nymph or an emerger, depending on how you fish it. Dead drift it, wing it, or even put some floatant on it and fish it behind your favorite dry. Great fly pattern!

Emergers can be critical to success. The use of CDC, and the positioning of the CDC ensure that this fly rides in a very lifelike position.

Chan has another winner. This slick little midge will fool the trout when they ignore the rest. Sometimes less & simple is better.

A great hopper pattern that is loaded with foam. Perfect for dry/dropper fishing. Just try to sink this one.

This is the Zara Spook of fly fishing. It is perfect for fishing shallow flats and weed beds where a heavy fly just gets you snags.

Floats like crazy. Fishes like crazy. Fish all over the world like these guys. On rivers like the Green...they are the best top water fly around!

A great midge pupa for lakes and streams.

The fly named after the island that was named after the holiday where you get everything you want. Use this fly at Christmas Island or anywhere else bonefish are on your list.

Clouser Minnows--probably the #1 streamer out there these days. Clouser minnows catch everything. Therefore, if you are fishing for anything, use a clouser.

Combine the two best a Clouser Minnow & Gotcha and what do you get..? The best Bonefish fly. Great pattern!

There's only one problem with Bob Clouser's crayfish They're too hard to tie! I recommend buying some.

Dark - like the coal in a coal car. But with a brite steelhead attracting tail. Nice steelhead bug.

The one fly I would choose for Tarpon if I could only take ONE. Very good ....anywhere for Tarpon.

This is the perfect Dun imitaion for those glassy slicks with sipping fish. They can hardly resist it.

Conehead flies hit the water hard and go to bottom hard - which is what a good sculpin or leech pattern should do.

Muddler Minnow meets the Wooly Bugger is the best way to describe this fly. It's a no-brainer.

This conehead version of the unbeatable Muddler will get down to where the fish are. Tie it on and swing it in front of those big trout and see what happens next.

The standard Wooly Bugger with a twist. Rubberlegs and a conehead, perfect!

A slim, bright, mayfly nymph. The copper body helps get this fly down. A nice slim mayfly profile, with a subtle copper flash provided by the copper wire abdomen.

This ant incorporates everything we want in a good terrestrial pattern. It sits low in the water, floats all day long, is visible, and catches fish. What more could you ask for?

What a kick butt looking fly. This little guy has got to be wonderful to cast and be really effective for many species of fish.

Supposedly Charlie was a bonefish guide somewhere - and apparently a very crazy one - because this was his pattern and they named it after him. This fly accounts for lots of bonefish.

Supposedly Charlie was a bonefish guide somewhere - and apparently a very crazy one - because this was his pattern and they named it after him. This fly accounts for lots of bonefish. That is an ... more info.

This is really a buggy looking fly. Put it on the bottom and hang on!

One of the better crippled mayfly patterns around. Fish them when there is a hatch in progress and right after it ceases. Very effect on its own or tied behind a dry fly.

The Whitlock Crystal Damsel Dragon is a must have for summer bass fishing. Pitch it into potholes in floating weed beds, around cattails, or any other emergent plant growth. You'll want a heavy ... more info.

When the mayflies have mated and are falling to the water, tie on one of these spinners and hold on tight.

Tim Haddon developed this fly on the Truckee River to imitate the crayfish that fish gorge themselves on. Like the name says, it fishes best on a dead drift.

Dave Whitlock is considered by many to be the father of the Deerhair bass bug. He didn't make the first, but his design has been copied by most. Treat them with floatant and go catch some.

Choose the Golden Stone or the Skala Stone. Heck, get them both and be ready for any Stonefly hatch that comes your way.

One of the hottest poppers we have sold. Very cool looking and judging by the sales it really is working.

This was one of, if not the first floating fly to run deeper than the fly line it was attached to. That's a fact you can use to increase your catch rate.

Damselfly and Dragonfly nymphs are favorite food for hungry lake trout. Don't drive all that way to fish without some of these in your box.