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Discover the finest trout flies in Australia at The Flyfisher. Our extensive range includes premium patterns from leading brands like Fulling Mill, Manic Tackle Project, and Tiewell, ensuring you have access to the best trout flies for flyfishing. From dry flies for surface action to nymphs, streamers, and soft hackles for subsurface success, every fly is meticulously designed for Australian waters.
Whether you’re casting in alpine rivers or local lakes, our collection caters to every angler’s needs with exceptional quality and performance. Elevate your fishing game with trusted flies that deliver results. Explore and shop our full range of trout flies online or visit us in-store at South Melbourne for expert advice and unmatched variety.
A general purpose nymph pattern suitable for imitating a whole range of food items that Trout feed on, with the addition of a heavy brass bead to...
View full detailsPaul Procter says : Neglect beetles at your peril. This Hi-Viz dressing is your get out of jail free card come the warmer months.
The true March Brown is a much localised ephemeropteran. Fortunately for us fly-fishers the difference is not that obvious between a few of these...
View full detailsCormorants are extremely effective fly patterns when fish have gone off the big stuff, but are still up for a chase. They are a great pattern to ...
View full detailsThe Purple Nasty jig has been an extremely effective pattern for both trout and grayling. Originally brought to light on the competition scene, t...
View full detailsCased caddis larva spend most of their lives crawling along the bottom in tube like cases, so fish this pattern very slowly for the correct imita...
View full detailsUnlock your trout fishing potential with the Mega Ghost Silver Streamer Fly Pattern. Perfect for both river and lake fishing in Australia and New...
View full detailsA standout lake pattern straight from the mind of Craig Coltman. The marabou tail and CDC collar provide fantastic movement in the water, with an...
View full detailsDevastatingly effective, blobs can be fished on any line density and a variety of retrieves. Mainly used on reservoirs and make very good attrac...
View full detailsOriginating from the Loughs of Ireland this modern dark wet fly is as popular for rainbow trout as it is for browns. A great suggestive wet fly ...
View full detailsNatural Scud Patterns are fantastic for tempting tricky trout. Easy for fish to recognise and weighted for a fast sink rate, this fly can be a tr...
View full detailsWhen realistic cicada patterns are being refused the Thong Cicada is a deadly weapon to have in your aresenal. From the Goulburn to the Mohaka it ...
View full detailsAs far as caddis nymphs go, you can't look past cased caddis variants. The Blind Caddis by Christopher Bassano is at home in slightly deeper water ...
View full detailsThis fly is a “Tasmanian” version of a wonderful English fly called the “Bristol Hopper”. This style of fly was first introduced to Australia by ...
View full detailsThe Dores Depth control allows you to precisely control the sink rate and depth of your fly by selecting an appropriate bead.
The Dores Depth control allows you to precisely control the sink rate and depth of your fly by selecting an appropriate bead.
The Dores Depth control allows you to precisely control the sink rate and depth of your fly by selecting an appropriate bead.
Hi-Vis and ready to work, the straggle cat from fulling mill is a lake fishing must-have. From damsels to tadpoles, this is a great fly for imita...
View full details13 hand-picked flies by Thomas Gachet to fool the most wary of trout in low water. Comes in a neat little fly box. Thomas is a competitive flyfish...
View full detailsLubos says "A very natural fly pattern for fishing especially brown trout. My personal opinion is that every fly, except in extreme situations, ne...
View full detailsSedgehogs have long been a favourite among wild brown trout anglers as of late, those fishing for stocked rainbow trout. The McPhail Loch Ordie Se...
View full detailsThe Shuggy Bugger. Shuggy is a slang term used in the UK fishing scene for the Humongous pattern. The same type of chenille is used on this Wooly ...
View full detailsA great barbless general spider pattern which could be fished when anything from March Browns to Caddis are on the menu.
We love woolly buggers, they are some of the most effective fly patterns ever produced. There is a reason people continue to fish them decade af...
View full detailsA fly with great moment in the water Description A very mobile pattern with lots of movement from the Zonker strip wing even with a slow re...
View full detailsSuper buoyant, leggy and with a flash under the wing, this fly is a masterpiece of Manic tying. The dense parachute holds plenty of floatant as ...
View full detailsA buggy pattern to imitate an egg and accompanying embryo. Simple and deadly effective.
A buggy pattern to imitate an egg and accompanying embryo. Simple and deadly effective.
A buggy pattern to imitate an egg and accompanying embryo. Simple and deadly effective.
A buggy pattern to imitate an egg and accompanying embryo. Simple and deadly effective.
Closely imitating a small cluster of fish eggs, this fly is easy for fish to see and deadly effective. Great for the spawn season, this is a mus...
View full detailsClosely imitating a small cluster of fish eggs, this fly is easy for fish to see and deadly effective. Great for the spawn season, this is a mus...
View full detailsThis fly imitates a newly spawned fry, still clinging to its egg sack. This vulnerable stage spells feeding time for hungry predators, making thi...
View full detailsSet and forget, heave and leave. This fly is almost unfair during spawning season. Fish go nuts for this bright, bushy pattern.
Set and forget, heave and leave. This fly is almost unfair during spawning season. Fish go nuts for this bright, bushy pattern.
A meaty dragonfly nymph, this appears to many fish as a tasty morsel! Great fished as part of a team of flies, This is a must-have for Aussie la...
View full detailsA meaty dragonfly nymph, this appears to many fish as a tasty morsel! Great fished as part of a team of flies, This is a must-have for Aussie lak...
View full detailsA sinking snail pattern for those times when fish just won't take anything else. Fish this through a slow-moving run, especially after rain.
Imitating the profile of a vulnerable snail, this fly is great to have in case the trout are looking for escargot! Snails can sometimes float jus...
View full detailsUseful for imitating smelt and other bait fish, this fly is a must-have if venturing into the highland lakes.
A classic wet that serves as the perfect searching pattern The OJ Simpson serves as an excellent dark streamer pattern with a large silhouette.
Perfect for imitating smelt, whitebait and other bait fish, the grey ghost packs plenty of fish-fooling action into a small profile. Great for se...
View full detailsSmall in stature, big in results, this little baitfish pattern punches well above its weight when targeting trout, bream and bass. The separatio...
View full detailsSmall in stature, big in results, this little baitfish pattern punches well above its weight when targeting trout, bream and bass. The seperation...
View full detailsGreat for imitating Baitfish such as smelt in slow or still water, this fly is a must-have for your next trout Mission! We have used this fly to...
View full detailsThis zonker pattern imitates a small fish in the water. The leather zonker strap creates amazing movement that will bring those big feeders in fo...
View full detailsTrout flies are fundamental to mastering the art of flyfishing, and choosing the right pattern can transform your results. The Flyfisher offers an unrivalled selection tailored to the unique challenges of Australian waters. Dry flies like the Royal Wulff excel during surface hatches, perfectly mimicking emerging insects to draw trout to strike. For subsurface action, nymphs such as the Pheasant Tail or Perdigon Pearl imitate aquatic life with lifelike precision, ideal for flowing streams. Streamers, including the ever-reliable Woolly Bugger, target aggressive trout and work wonders in deeper runs or still waters.
What sets our collection apart? Flies from Fulling Mill, Manic Tackle Project, and Tiewell are crafted for longevity and peak performance, ensuring you’re equipped for any trout fishing scenario. Whether refining your technique or targeting trophy fish, our expertly designed patterns deliver unmatched quality and results. Explore the perfect fly for your next adventure. Find the best flies suited to NSW, Tasmania, Victoria and the rest of Australia at The Flyfisher!
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The best fly depends on your target species and water conditions. For trout, Fulling Mill dry flies like the Royal Wulff or Tiewell’s Parachute Adams are excellent. For saltwater, Manic Tackle Project shrimp flies perform exceptionally.
Victoria’s trout fishing often favours Fulling Mill nymphs like the Pheasant Tail, Tiewell’s Woolly Bugger, and dry flies such as the Kakahi Queen by Manic Tackle Project. These patterns suit local streams and lakes.
Fly size depends on water clarity and prey type. Smaller flies, like Fulling Mill’s size 18 dries, suit clear streams, while larger streamers are better for murky waters. Match your fly to local insect activity.
The Woolly Bugger is a beginner’s favourite. Use Tiewell’s fly-tying materials for a simple and effective start. This versatile fly works across species like trout, bass, and even Murray cod.
Match your fly to the fish’s natural prey. For Australian waters, consider Ozzy Native Flies for Murray cod or Fulling Mill’s caddis patterns for trout. Observing local conditions helps refine your choice.
Dry flies like Fulling Mill’s Adams or The Flyfisher’s Bassano Possum Emerger excel for surface-feeding trout. Subsurface, the Hare’s Ear or Copper John nymphs deliver consistent results. Adjust to trout behaviour and conditions.