Locally Tied Flies

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How to Choose Locally Tied Flies Start with what fish are eating (or what they should be eating) Action: If you’re seeing obvious bait (sand eels, larger baitfish, crabs), pick the fly that matches the shape first, then fine-tune size and color. Locally tied patterns are often built around regional forage, so you can usually stay “in the ballpark” without needing an exact hatch chart. Match depth and water speed with the right style Best for: Faster current, deeper edges, and windy days generally favor patterns that fish efficiently and are easy to cast. Slim baitfish patterns and purpose-built larger flies help you cover water without constant fouling or re-rigging. Avoid if: You’re trying to fish tiny technical trout bugs. This collection leans more toward locally relevant forage and specialty patterns,if you need high-volume hatch matchers, start in the broader flies categories below. Build a small “local box” that actually gets used Action: Pick 2,3 confidence patterns you’ll fish often, then add 1,2 situational patterns for specific forage. Most anglers do better with a smaller selection they understand than a crowded box of random one-offs. Materials & Durability Rinse after salt: If you fish these in the surf or on the boat, give flies a quick freshwater rinse and let them dry before closing the box. Dry thoroughly: Wet flies in a sealed box can rust hooks and stain materials,air them out after each session. Rotate “chewed” flies: If a fly is getting sparse, retire it to a backup row and tie on a fresh one for better profile and action. Separate by type: Keep larger baitfish and crab patterns in their own compartment so they don’t crush smaller flies. Complete Your Setup Related Gear Fly Fishing Flies - Compare locally tied patterns to our full fly lineup when you need broader coverage. Saltwater Flies - Round out your box with shrimp, crabs, and baitfish patterns for coastal and flats fishing. Dry Flies and Spinners - For freshwater days when fish are fe