The creak of floorboards and the scent of feathers and varnish welcome you inside Dette Flies, a living piece of Catskills angling history. Sunlight finds its way through the display cases, catching on reels, old tins, and the soft rustle of hackles at the tying bench.
What to Expect:
🎣 Hand-tied flies for Catskill hatches, plus unique patterns for local rivers
🧵 Deep selection of tying materials—bodkins, thread, feathers and rare dubbing
👢 Boots, waders, rods and reels on hand; staff help gear you up for Willowemoc or Beaverkill
👨🏫 Lessons and guide trips available—ask about current bug activity and water levels
🕰️ A historic shop where walls echo with decades of river talk
Important Information:
✔ In-store pickup, local delivery, and shipping available
✔ Wheelchair accessible parking; single-level entry, wide aisles, and gender-neutral restroom
✔ For guided trips and lessons, call ahead to book; walk-ins welcome for gear and fly selection
✔ Women-owned and LGBTQ+ friendly; staff is patient with beginners
Haley's Pick 🍽️
You probably know her as @milehighandhungry. Each week, Haley shares the one place she’s obsessed with right now. From hidden gems to hot new openings, if she picks it, it’s worth the hype.
Haley's Review of Riot BBQ
Riot BBQ on South Delaware feels like a backyard cookout run by a Top Chef, because it is. Chef Manny Barella and pitmaster Patrick Klaiber have teamed up to blend Monterrey flavors with Texas-style smoke, and the results are seriously craveable.
The brisket steals the show: tender, deeply smoky, and finished with Barella’s bold spice rub. Get it solo or wrapped in buttery Raquelita tortillas. The pulled pork brings heat with ancho, guajillo, and morita chiles, and the al pastor ribs are sticky, sweet, and slightly charred in all the right ways.
Even the sides are insanely good! Think crunchy pepita-macha slaw and banana pudding served in a jar that tastes just like childhood (but better). Every bite feels intentional.
It’s barbecue with heart, history, and just the right amount of heat. Riot BBQ isn’t just a meal, it’s a moment worth lining up for.
– Haley @milehighandhungry
Local Insights
🐟 Willowemoc Patterns: Early season hatches mean March Brown and Hendrickson dries—ask the bench for what’s coming off.
🦗 Try the Bench: If the large tying bench is free, kids and adults can watch live tying or get tips on technique in real time.
🌊 Flows Matter: Willowemoc and Beaverkill fish best at 150–400cfs; check in-shop for current readings before heading out.
📅 Midweek Calm: Visit Tuesdays or Wednesdays for the quietest shop experience and extra time with staff—weekends surge after 10 AM.
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Dette Flies stands out for its breadth of flies, region-specific materials, and decades-deep knowledge of Catskill waters. Customers call out the patient, genuinely helpful staff—often mentioning Bob and the team helping with both beginners and seasoned anglers. Many note responsive advice on fly selection and local conditions, and the sense that the shop serves as a gathering point for river info. Guide services, casting lessons, and hands-on recommendations are solid. While nearly all reviews are glowing, one-off mentions suggest occasional delays returning guide trip calls. Pricing is considered fair for the quality, and fly selection is praised for its regional specificity. Weekend afternoons can get busy, especially during prime hatch season.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
