Additional dry fly patterns
Dry flies with excellent buoyancy, which are highly visible
Not every situation on the water can be solved with a classic standard dry fly pattern. That is exactly where these additional dry fly patterns come into play. They include creative and proven imitations that go beyond traditional mayflies or caddis patterns and are designed for special situations, difficult conditions or selective fish. Very often, these are the flies that make the difference when conventional patterns stop working. They give you more flexibility on the water and provide exciting alternatives to tempt even the wariest trout and grayling.
OTHER DRY FLIES – CREATIVE PATTERNS FOR SPECIAL SITUATIONS
Some fly fishing situations call for patterns that go beyond the ordinary. Whenever classic mayfly or caddis imitations fail to produce the desired results, our other dry flies come into their own. These patterns have been developed for specialised applications—whether you're fishing demanding currents, targeting wary trout in heavily pressured waters or simply looking for a versatile addition to your standard fly selection. They are the quiet backup in your fly box, ready to deliver when everything else has failed.
Among the highlights are our dry flies with an integrated foam ball. This clever feature not only provides exceptional buoyancy but also makes the fly remarkably easy to track on the water. In fast, turbulent currents, this added visibility is a real advantage: you can follow your fly at all times while it continues to float confidently. From the fish's perspective, however, the silhouette remains virtually unchanged, as the foam ball is incorporated so discreetly that the pattern still resembles natural prey.
This category also includes the bread fly, a true classic for fly fishing for carp. Its simple yet highly effective design closely imitates floating bread—an important food source in warm summer months and many urban waters. At the same time, the bread fly has earned a reputation as a secret weapon for trout in heavily fished lakes and ponds. When conventional dry flies stop producing takes, this unconventional pattern can often make all the difference.
You'll also discover a carefully selected range of specialised dry flies, including delicate grayling patterns and highly visible models that remain easy to follow even in poor light or difficult water conditions. Beyond their practical advantages, these flies also showcase the craftsmanship and attention to detail of experienced fly tiers.
Our other dry flies provide versatile alternatives that deserve a place in every fly box. Whether you're fishing a rushing mountain stream, a crystal-clear Alpine river or a heavily pressured stillwater, these distinctive patterns give you the flexibility to succeed in demanding situations and tempt even the wariest fish to rise.