Signature Intruder Drabs- Dotted- 2 Pack

OPST Signature Intruder Plumes – Purpose-Built Ostrich for Maximum Swing Performance

Not All Ostrich Is Created Equal. This Is the Feather That Makes Intruders Fish.

By now, every serious steelheader knows about the Intruder fly — the large-profile, two-stage pattern that changed the way we swing for chrome. But what many still underestimate is the impact of material selection, especially when it comes to the feathers that give the Intruder its life, volume, and flow.

That’s where OPST’s Signature Intruder Plumes come in.

We searched long and hard to find the perfect feather — and we found it in a highly specialized ostrich feather known as the “drab.” Don't let the name fool you. This is no ordinary ostrich. The drab is strong, shapely, and designed by nature for one job: make your flies fish harder and swim better.

Why Our Intruder Plumes Are Different

• The Right Shape for the Right Job
  Each plume is stout at the base and tapers to fine, fluid tips — ideal for twin tails, flowing wings, or palmered hackle without bulk.

• Wrap, Spin, or Drape
  The tips palmer beautifully to create large profiles with minimal bulk, while the full feather integrates perfectly into composite loops and dubbing techniques.

• Minimal Waste, Maximum Value
  Drabs are intruder-sized by nature, meaning you get more usable feather and less trimming and waste than oversized ostrich plumes.

• No Junk Feathers
  We curate only the cleanest, most consistent plumes, so you’re not stuck with matted fibers or broken tips. What you see is what you use.

• Professionally Dyed + Barring for Natural Appeal
  Each plume is dyed in OPST’s signature steelhead and streamer colors, and enhanced with hand-applied black barring that mimics the mottling patterns found in nature. It’s that added detail that brings flies — and fish — to life.

Designed For:

• Intruder-style flies

• Mini-intruders and micro intruders

• Steelhead and salmon patterns

• Streamer and swing flies for trout and warmwater species

Whether you're tying twin tails, shoulders, or building bulk in a dubbing loop, these plumes were selected for their perfect taper, movement, and tie-ability.

The Fishy Advantage of Barring

There’s something about barring that just looks right — and triggers more strikes. OPST’s subtle, natural-looking barring adds depth, contrast, and movement-enhancing breakup to your fly’s profile, helping you stand out in clear or complex water conditions.

Take the Guesswork Out of Feather Selection

With OPST Signature Intruder Plumes, you get what Ed Ward himself would tie with — the perfect blend of function, movement, and fishy aesthetics.

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Attention: this product can only be shipped within the United States. For Canadian orders, please contact our Canadian representative, Flymart, at info@flymart.ca. For European orders, please contact Stuart Longhurst at stuart@balticflyfisher.com.

Now with new BIGGER DOTS!! Like our popular barred ostrich, these dotted ostrich drabs are the perfect size, stiffness and color for steelhead flies and streamers. With 2 per pack these feathers represent a great value. See for yourself why the drab is our favorite ostrich for steelhead fly tying.