The Wholesale Fly Co. Behind the Vise
Two decades hand-tying wholesale fly fishing flies in Colorado's Vail Valley — built around the shops and guides who depend on us.
Vail Valley, CO
Hand-tied — every one
20+ yrs
On the water
Meet the founder
20 years of tying for the rivers that matter most.
Element Flies founder Brandon Hill has spent over two decades on the water and at the vise. What started as a passion for matching the hatch on Colorado's technical freestone rivers grew into a wholesale fly company trusted by fly shops, outfitters, and guides across the country.
Every pattern is still hand-tied using premium hooks from Daiichi and Gamakatsu and materials from Hareline Dubbin, Wapsi, and Whiting Farms. No machines, no shortcuts.
Crafted in the heart of the Rockies
Our journey
Two decades in the making.
The first cast
Brandon Hill begins tying flies commercially from his home in the Vail Valley, selling to local guides and outfitters who needed reliable patterns for Colorado’s technical waters.
Going wholesale
Word-of-mouth demand from fly shops across the West leads to a dedicated wholesale operation. Premium materials from Daiichi, Gamakatsu, and Whiting Farms become the standard.
Scaling with care
With 50+ partner shops and growing, Element Flies launches tiered pricing, curated seasonal assortments, and a digital ordering platform — all without sacrificing hand-tied quality.
600+ patterns, one promise
Every fly is still tied by hand, inspected before it ships, and backed by a no-questions-asked satisfaction guarantee. We’re currently accepting new wholesale clients.
What we stand for
More than flies. A partnership.
100% Satisfaction Guarantee
Ship your flies back within 30 days and we'll refund every penny. No questions asked, no restocking fees, no hassle. We stand behind every fly that leaves our bench.
Premium Materials & Hooks
Tiered Wholesale Pricing
Better margins the more you order. Simple, transparent tiers designed for shops that move volume.
48-Hour Account Approval
Apply today and start ordering within two business days. Manual review keeps quality partners in the network.
Curated Assortments
Pre-built packs by hatch chart, river system, or season. Effortless restocking for your busiest months.
Element Flies keeps our bins full and our guides confident. The wholesale program is the best in the business.
Colorado River Outfitters
Wholesale partner since 2019
Ready to get started?
Stock your shop with flies that perform.
Apply for a wholesale account today and get access to 600+ hand-tied patterns, tiered pricing, and curated seasonal assortments.