Collection: Fly Tying Feathers

Polish Quills (Stripped Peacock)
Polish Quills

Polish Quills (Stripped Peacock)

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Wapsi Mallard Flank Barred Select Large
Wapsi

Wapsi Mallard Flank Barred Select Large

Regular price $5.95
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Wapsi - Woolly Bugger Marabou
Wapsi

Wapsi - Woolly Bugger Marabou

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Hareline Strung Guinea
Hareline

Hareline Strung Guinea

Regular price $11.95
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Hungarian Partridge Feathers Loose
Wapsi

Hungarian Partridge Feathers Loose

Regular price $9.95
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Whiting - Bugger Pack
Whiting

Whiting - Bugger Pack

Regular price $42.99
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Wapsi Ostrich Plumes
Wapsi

Wapsi Ostrich Plumes

Regular price $13.95
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Wapsi - Grizzly Mini Marabou
Wapsi

Wapsi - Grizzly Mini Marabou

Regular price $9.95
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Wapsi Streamer Rooster Neck #1
Wapsi

Wapsi Streamer Rooster Neck #1

Regular price $29.95
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Wapsi Teal Barred Flank
Wapsi

Wapsi Teal Barred Flank

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MFC - Barred Marabou 1/8 ounce (Blood Quill)
Montana Fly Co.

MFC - Barred Marabou 1/8 ounce (Blood Quill)

Regular price $9.95
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Gaspe Heron Spey Hackle
Gaspe Fly Co

Gaspe Heron Spey Hackle

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Fly Tying Feathers collection at Drift Outfitters—stocking a wide selection from top brands like Wapsi, Hareline, Fulling Mill, Whiting, Shor, Montana Fly Co.and more.

Choose from saddles, schlappen, marabou, peacock quills, hen hackles, pheasant, duck, and specialty feathers for tying dry flies, nymphs, streamers, and saltwater patterns. Whether you’re building realistic trout dries or bold steelhead and salmon flies, these quality feathers deliver color, movement, and versatility. Shop online or visit in-store in Toronto for expert materials and tying support.

Fly Tying Feathers FAQ

Q: What are fly tying feathers used for?
A: Feathers are one of the most versatile and essential materials in fly tying. They’re used to create wings, tails, hackle collars, and bodies that give flies movement, shape, and lifelike appearance. From delicate dry flies to large streamers, feathers bring natural action and realism to your patterns.

Q: What types of feathers are used in fly tying?
A: Common feather types include hackle (rooster and hen), marabou, CDC (Cul de Canard), pheasant tail, partridge, mallard, peacock, and turkey. Each has unique qualities that suit different fly styles and techniques.

Q: What’s the difference between rooster and hen hackle?
A: Rooster hackle has long, stiff fibers ideal for dry fly collars and hackles that keep flies floating. Hen hackle is softer with webbing that moves beautifully in the water, making it perfect for nymphs, wets, and soft hackle flies.

Q: What is CDC and why is it popular?
A: CDC (Cul de Canard) feathers come from near a duck’s preen gland and are naturally buoyant. They trap air and repel water, making them exceptional for dry flies and emergers.

Q: How do I prepare feathers for tying?
A: Strip or trim excess fibers from the stem, align the tips, and secure them with thread or a feather clamp. For soft hackle patterns, you can also preen the fibers backward before wrapping to ensure a clean collar.

Q: Are natural feathers better than synthetic substitutes?
A: Natural feathers offer unmatched movement, texture, and appearance. However, synthetics are durable, consistent, and often more affordable. Many modern tiers use both depending on the pattern.

Q: Where do fly tying feathers come from?
A: Feathers are sourced ethically from domestic birds or game species. Top suppliers like Whiting Farms, Hareline, Wapsi, and Veniard maintain high standards for sustainability and quality.

Q: Why carry fly tying feathers at Drift Outfitters?
A: Because feathers are the heart of traditional and modern fly tying. Drift Outfitters carries a curated selection of premium natural and dyed feathers for every style — from delicate dries to full-bodied streamers.

Shop online or visit Drift Outfitters in-store for expert advice and fast shipping anywhere in Canada.