PFF Custom Flies

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The PFF Custom Flies collection features exclusive patterns developed by the Pacific Fly Fishers staff for our home waters in Washington State. These flies are designed and tested for steelhead, sea‑run cutthroat, and selective trout fisheries, including Puget Sound beaches and iconic lakes like Pass Lake. From proven steelhead intruders to realistic baitfish patterns and specialized stillwater designs, each fly reflects years of local experience and on‑the‑water refinement. If you want flies built by anglers who have spent countless days testing their fly patterns, this collection delivers confidence, innovation, and unmatched regional expertise.

PFF Custom Flies – Staff‑Crafted Patterns for Local Waters

Pacific Fly Fishers’ Custom Flies are created by our own staff and guides who fish Washington’s rivers, lakes, and saltwater beaches year‑round. These patterns are built to solve real on‑the‑water challenges, refined through countless hours of testing, and trusted by anglers targeting steelhead, sea‑run cutthroat, and selective trout. Each fly reflects deep regional knowledge, premium materials, and purposeful design.

Steelhead Flies

Our steelhead patterns are proven producers throughout the Pacific Northwest. Bennett’s Exasperator (bennetts-steelhead-exasperator-black-blue) delivers movement and contrast for winter fish. Joe Ewing’s Dirty Hoh (the-original-dirty-hoh-black-blue) is a modern classic for both summer and winter steelhead. Bennett’s Halo (bennetts-halo) and Bennett’s Last Light (bennetts-last-light) round out the lineup with fine-tuned patterns for summer steelhead and proven on rivers from the Bulkley to the Klamath.

Trout Flies

For stillwater trout, the Pass Lake Minnow (pass-lake-minnow) is a deadly fathead minnow imitation designed specifically for Pass Lake, WA. Its realistic profile and swimming action make it a standout choice for selective lake trout on the lookout for minnows.

Sea‑Run Cutthroat Flies

Puget Sound cutthroat demand lifelike baitfish patterns, and our custom designs deliver. The Baitfish Minnow (baitfish-minnow-silver) is a versatile beach pattern that imitates local forage. Ben Zander’s Deception (deception-orange-1) and Skinny Smolt (skinny-herring-1) flies offer slim, natural profiles perfect for matching juvenile salmon and herring.

Whether you’re swinging for steelhead, stripping for saltwater cutthroat, or minnow-eating trout, these custom patterns give you a true local advantage.