Use a dubbing loop for bodies to save time and keep bulk low, and spread dubbing thinly
Use a dubbing loop for bodies to save time and keep bulk low, and spread dubbing thinly
Filters
- Topic: Fly selection and tying
- Original category: Fly Tying and Materials
- Species: Steelhead
- Water: Not stated
- Region: Not stated
- Skill level: Intermediate
Tip
Tip: Use a dubbing loop for bodies to save time and keep bulk low, and spread dubbing thinly
How to do it: Form bodies with a dubbing loop, spreading dubbing thinly to save time and reduce bulk
Mistake it fixes: Dubbing bodies thickly by hand
Why it works: A dubbing loop distributes dubbing evenly and thinly, giving a slim body faster than hand dubbing.
When it matters most: Fly tying