Can I use the same flies for smallmouth and largemouth bass?

Yes, most flies work for both — smallmouth prefer natural tones, largemouth go for bigger, flashier flies.

Bass Streamers | Drift Outfitters

Q: What types of bass flies do you sell?

We carry poppers, streamers, crawfish, and baitfish patterns for targeting smallmouth and largemouth bass.

Q: How do I choose the right bass fly for the conditions?

Use poppers on the surface in warm weather, and streamers or crawfish patterns in deeper or cooler water.

Q: What hooks and materials are your bass flies tied with?

Tied on strong hooks with deer hair, rubber legs, and synthetics for realistic action and durability.

Q: Which brands of bass flies do you carry?

Drift Outfitters stocks RIO, Fulling Mill, Rainy’s, and custom Drift Outfitters bass fly patterns.

Q: How should I store my bass flies?

Keep them in deep fly boxes, rinse after use, and dry thoroughly to prevent rust and damage.

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MFC Walker's Wiggler Streamer olive white

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Montana Fly Co.

MFC Walker's Wiggler Streamer

$7.00

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Pacchiarini's Jig Gandalf Pike Fly brown tan

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Montana Fly Co.

$6.95

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Montana Fly Co.

Coffey's Sparkle Minnow Bead Head - Black Light

$6.00

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Crafty Shrimp Dumbbell Eyes

$8.00

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Montana Fly Co.

CJ's Big Johnson Fly

$10.95

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Montana Fly Co.

Lockwood's Mr. Wigglez Streamer Fly

$19.95

Bass Streamers – Proven flies for aggressive smallmouth and largemouth.

Our Bass Streamers collection at Drift Outfitters features a wide range of durable, high-performing flies designed to move water and trigger big strikes. These streamers imitate baitfish, leeches, and other prey bass can’t resist, with bold profiles, flashy accents, and lifelike action. Perfect for rivers, lakes, and stillwaters, they can be stripped, swung, or jigged to match feeding conditions. Built tough to handle the power of bass, these flies are versatile enough to tempt pike and other predators as well. Whether you’re chasing smallmouth in rocky rivers or largemouth in weedy bays, our bass streamer selection has you covered.

BAss Flies FAQ

Q: What types of bass flies do you sell?
A: Drift Outfitters carries a wide variety of bass flies designed to target both largemouth and smallmouth bass. Our collection includes poppers, streamers, crawfish patterns, baitfish imitations, and surface bugs — all tied to withstand aggressive strikes and the rigours of warmwater fishing.

Q: How do I choose the right bass fly for the conditions?
A: Match your fly to the situation — topwater poppers and divers are great for warm days, while streamers and crawfish imitations excel in deeper or cooler water. Water clarity, temperature, and local forage all influence which fly will trigger the most bites.

Q: What hooks and materials are your bass flies tied with?
A: Our bass flies are tied on strong, corrosion-resistant hooks designed to handle hard-fighting fish. They use durable materials like deer hair, rubber legs, and synthetic fibres for lifelike movement, ensuring long-lasting performance through multiple strikes.

Q: Which brands of bass flies do you carry?
A: Drift Outfitters carries bass flies from RIO, Fulling Mill, MFC, Rainy’s, and Drift Outfitters’ own custom patterns. These brands are known for innovative warmwater designs, durable construction, and proven effectiveness across lakes and rivers.

Q: Can I use the same flies for both smallmouth and largemouth bass?
A: Yes! Many flies overlap in effectiveness — poppers, streamers, and baitfish patterns work well for both species.

Q: How should I store my bass flies?
A: Store your bass flies in large fly boxes with deep compartments to prevent crushing bulky patterns. Dry them thoroughly after use to keep hooks sharp and materials in top shape.

Collection: Bass Streamers