6 White Bait Streamer Fly Selection – Freshwater & Saltwater

A selection of six deep-diving White Bait Streamers in two different styles. These compact, heavily weighted flies sink quickly, then come alive with an undulating, tumbling action that triggers strikes from trout and saltwater predators.

Description

This White Bait Streamer Selection includes two distinct styles of compact baitfish patterns, with two flies of each style. Both designs are weighted to get down quickly and produce plenty of movement in the water.

These flies are especially effective when fish are holding deep and feeding on small baitfish. They undulate as they sink, then keel and tumble during the retrieve, creating the appearance of a struggling or injured baitfish.

Our guides rely on these patterns during early spring high water on freshwater rivers, when getting a fly down into deeper holding water is important. In saltwater, they are excellent choices for probing deep cuts, channels, and drop-offs along the flats.

The Two Styles Included

Style 1 – Estaz Body, High Flash

This version combines marabou and rabbit strip tails with an Estaz body. The combination creates maximum movement, flash, and a substantial baitfish profile. A great choice when you want your fly to stand out and get noticed.

Style 2 – Palmered UV Body, Subtle Flash

A more subtle version of the same basic pattern. This fly features a rabbit strip tail, palmered body, and UV Ice Dub for added flash. It provides plenty of natural movement with a less aggressive overall appearance.

How to Fish It

Allow the fly to sink before beginning your retrieve. Use short strips and pauses to make the fly keel and tumble through the water. Pay attention to depth and retrieve speed, especially around drop-offs, deeper pools, and current seams.

Details

• Total Length: Approximately 3 inches

• Styles: Two distinct baitfish patterns

• Style 1 Materials: Marabou tail, rabbit strip tail, and Estaz body

• Style 2 Materials: Rabbit strip tail, palmered body, and UV Ice Dub

• Action: Undulates on the fall and keels and tumbles during the retrieve

• Applications: Freshwater rivers, saltwater flats, deep cuts, and drop-offs

Selection Includes

• 6 White Bait Streamers Total

• 2 Style 1 – Estaz Body

• 2 Style 2 – Palmered UV Body

Capt. Ken’s Guide Tips

Don't overlook compact baitfish patterns when fish are holding deep. These flies are particularly useful when high water or changing tides push baitfish and predators into deeper water.

In early spring, I like using the heavier Estaz version when I need extra flash and movement in colored or higher water. When conditions are clearer or fish are more selective, the palmered UV version offers a subtler presentation.

In saltwater, concentrate on deep cuts, channels, and drop-offs along the flats. Let the fly sink into the feeding zone before starting your retrieve. The falling action can be just as important as what the fly does when you strip it.

A versatile selection that gives you two different presentations for freshwater and saltwater baitfish situations.