A great shrimp and critter pattern with plenty of movement. Can be fished for tropical species such as triggerfish and bonefish, or local reef species such as blacktail and cape bream. Tied on Ahrex hooks and weighted with a tungsten dumbbell

Originally designed for GT, but now adapted for Tigerfish. This fishy bream pattern has made a name for itself taking trophy after trophy.  Tied on Ahrex SA270 size 2/0

The Original Sand Prawn tied by James Christmas himself Tied on Gamakatsu SL11-3H hooks to handle any species, and weighted with four 2mm Fl Orange beads. Weedguards included.

With plenty of weight and a big profile, these DMA style patterns are tied for targeting Kob(Kabeljou/Mulloway). Usually fished on an intermediate line, these flies get a nice jigging action similar to the way the artlure guys fish a dropshot paddletail lure. Tied on Ahrex PR370 Hooks, and weighted with a brass sculpin helmet and three 4mm tungsten beads.

One of our most popular flies to target those elusive Spotted Grunter on the mud flats of the Western Cape estuaries. The articulated design naturally replicates the silhouette of the mud prawns on the surface with the floating foam head and the tail section that hangs below the water's surface. Fished on a static drift with the current/tide or a slow figure of eight has proven to be very effective. Tied on tried and tested Grip saltwater hooks. Colours are based on the body materials - H2O Lively Legs Crustacean Brush.

Very effective flies for Mullet in the Western Cape  Tied on Hanak H260BL #14 or similar hooks Foam and synthetic fibre body to float in the surface film 2 flies per pack

The Pillow Talk is a classic bonefish fly. We try keep ours as close to the original recipe as possible and the results show. Tied on Gamakatsu SL11-3H hooks and weighted with a tungsten dumbbell.

The Clouser minnow has always been an essential pattern when targeting predatory fish. A staple pattern for chasing anything from Garrick/Leervis to Elf/Shad and Kob. The Flash Clouser has proven quite effective for even Yellowtail. Tied on Gamakatsu SL12S hooks and weighted with a Brass Dumbbell

A unique fly for a unique fish. These are tied on a long shank circle hook and weighted with bead chain eyes to ensure the fly sits hook-point up, all the time.    Can't find what you're looking for? Get in touch about a custom order at fish@upstreamflyfishing.co.za

Alphexo crabs for all your crustacean-eating species! Each species requires a different size, profile, and weight, so make sure you select according to your target species Bumphead Parrotfish: These beasts require a stout, sharp hook. These crabs are tied on Gamakatsu SL12S hooks in size 1/0 and weighted with a tungsten dumbbell. Permit: These spooky fish require a crab with a slightly more slender profile and less weight. They are tied on Gamakatsu SL12S hooks in size 2 and weighted with a single 3.5mm tungsten bead. Triggerfish: Alphexos for triggers need to get on the deck fast. We tie ours on Gamakatsu SL12S hooks in size 2 and weight them with a tungsten dumbbell.   Can't find what you're looking for? Get in touch about a custom order at fish@upstreamflyfishing.co.za