Fly Fishing Gear | Saltwater Flies
Deceivers, Flexo Crabs, Bass popping frogs and Clousers! These are some of the tried and true saltwater flies that have stood the test of time and even changed the game. Chasing big GT's on the flats, South Coast Whiting, Aussie Salmon slabs of the beach or Sydney harbour Kings, we've got you covered. All tied by brands we know and love, Fulling Mill and RIO.
Click here to read more...
WHAT SALTWATER SPECIES DO WE HAVE IN AUSTRALIA TO TARGET ON FLY?
In Australia, saltwater fly fishing presents a range of exciting opportunities to target diverse species. For those seeking powerful and challenging fish, the Giant Trevally stands out with its impressive size and strength, while the Kingfish offers a similar level of power and is often found in coastal waters. Queenfish and Australian Salmon are also popular targets; Queenfish are known for their speed and agility, making for thrilling fights, while Australian Salmon provide excellent action and are commonly sought after by fly fishers.
In addition to these, the Barramundi is another highly prized species, known for its powerful strikes and challenging behavior. Tailor, which can be found along the coast, are dynamic and offer great sport, while Bream are often found in estuarine environments and can be a fun challenge on the fly. Flathead, with their distinctive appearance and predatory nature, also add an interesting dimension to saltwater fly fishing, especially in estuaries and coastal flats.
WHAT IS AN IDEAL SALTWATER FLY SETUP?
Rod: A 9 to 10-foot rod in the 7 to 12 weight range is typically ideal. The specific weight depends on the target species and fishing conditions. Heavier rods are better for larger, more powerful fish like Giant Trevally or Kingfish, while lighter rods can be suitable for species like Bream or Salmon.
Line: A weight-forward floating line or intermediate line is usually a good choice. For deeper waters or faster currents, a sinking line might be necessary. Ensure the line matches the rod weight for optimal performance.
Leader: A strong leader is essential for handling the powerful runs of saltwater species. Generally, a 12 to 20-pound test leader is suitable, but adjust based on the size of the fish and the conditions you’re fishing in.
Tippet: The tippet should be strong enough to withstand the challenges posed by saltwater species. Typically, a tippet in the 12 to 20-pound test range works well, with adjustments made depending on the specific target and fishing environment.
NEED HELP CHOOSING FLIES? CONTACT US TODAYIf you have a particular saltwater setup in mind but would appreciate some additional advice. Simply get in touch with our friendly sales team – they’re always up for a chat. You can contact us by calling our Tumut store on (02) 6947 4062 or by email.
Fulling Mill Ultimate Bones Fly Selection
Fulling MillReady flies for confident bonefish sessions The Fulling Mill Ultimate Bones Fly Selection is a curated set of proven bonefish patterns designed to ...
View full detailsFulling Mill Flexo Crab - White
Fulling MillFor bright sand, coral rubble and deeper water White is the high-contrast option in the range. Over pale coral sand it disappears into the bottom t...
View full detailsFulling Mill Flexo Crab - Tan
Fulling Mill5.0 / 5.0
1 Review
Mesh tubing, and a shape permit cannot leave alone Developed by the guide team at Alphonse Fishing Company in the Seychelles to solve triggerfish a...
View full detailsFulling Mill Flexo Crab - Olive
Fulling MillThe one for weed and turtle grass Colour matters more on crab flies than most patterns, because a crab that does not match the bottom it is scuttli...
View full detailsFulling Mill Salty Clouser - Pink
Fulling MillPink, for dirty water and low light Pink holds its contrast when the water is stirred up and the light is flat, which makes this the Clouser to rea...
View full detailsFulling Mill Del's Merkin
Fulling MillMore permit than any other fly ever tied Del Brown and Captain Steve Huff built this in the mid 1980s and it has accounted for more fly-caught perm...
View full detailsFulling Mill Shrimp Gurgler - Tan
Fulling Mill5.0 / 5.0
2 Reviews
Whiting will chase a fleeing prawn to the surface This is the one fly in the shrimp box you fish on top. Sand whiting hunt prawns hard in the shall...
View full detailsFulling Mill Vlahos Bahama Shrimp - Pink
Fulling Mill5.0 / 5.0
1 Review
Pink, for the days you cannot see the bottom Once the water carries colour or the light drops away, a natural shrimp stops being visible before a f...
View full detailsFulling Mill Vlahos Bahama Shrimp - Tan
Fulling MillTan over white, the colours a real shrimp wears A shrimp on a sand flat is close to invisible from above and pale from below, which is exactly what...
View full detailsFulling Mill Salty Clouser - Chartreuse
Fulling Mill5.0 / 5.0
1 Review
Built for smallmouth, adopted by everything with fins Bob Clouser tied the first of these on the Susquehanna in 1987 with smallmouth bass in mind, ...
View full detailsFulling Mill Softy Minnow - Green
Fulling MillGreen over silver, which is what schooling bait looks like Most small fish that school in Australian estuaries and along the beaches are some versi...
View full detailsFulling Mill Softy Minnow - Pearl
Fulling MillPearl throws light the way scales do Pearl material does something flat white cannot: it refracts, so the fly changes tone as it turns and throws o...
View full detailsFulling Mill NYAP (Not Your Average Popper) Black
Fulling MillNoise first, and they come looking A popper does not need to look like anything. It works because a foam face pushing water sends out a disturbance...
View full detailsFulling Mill Stealth Crazy Charlie - Pink
Fulling MillThe quiet version, for fish in skinny water Bonefish and flats fish in shallow, calm water spook at the entry of a heavily weighted fly, which is w...
View full detailsFulling Mill Crazy Charlie
Fulling MillThe fly that taught bonefish flies to ride point up Charlie Smith tied the first one on Andros in 1977 and Bob Nauheim gave it the name, and it cha...
View full detailsFulling Mill Sand Prawn
Fulling MillA prawn, moving the way a prawn actually moves James Christmas designed this one on the Alphonse flats, and the profile translates straight to Aust...
View full detailsFulling Mill Homer Shrimpson
Fulling Mill5.0 / 5.0
1 Review
The shrimp to carry if you only carry one Some flies earn their place by being specialists and some by covering everything, and this is firmly the ...
View full detailsFulling Mill Sand Punter's Choice
Fulling MillThe sand shrimp that also works in fresh water This is the shrimp end of the same family: a smaller, lighter profile than a prawn pattern and bette...
View full detailsFulling Mill Deep Water Clouser - Chartreuse / White
Fulling MillThe same fly, tied to get properly down Chartreuse over white is the classic baitfish combination, a light belly and a bright back, which is roughl...
View full detailsFulling Mill Los Roques Minnow - Green
Fulling Mill5.0 / 5.0
1 Review
Small, for the days they are eating small Estuary fish get locked onto whatever size bait is running, and when that bait is little a big fly gets i...
View full detailsFulling Mill Cuban Shrimp - Light Tan
Fulling MillLands softly and sinks slowly, which is the point Fish in shallow, calm water hear a fly land before they see it, and a heavy pattern dropping in f...
View full details