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Dubbing is one of the most commonly used materials in fly tying. It can be used to create slim, neat bodies or rough, buggy thoraxes that trap tiny air bubbles and movement in the water. From nymphs and buzzers to dry flies and streamers, there's a dubbing to suit almost every pattern.
At Kindale Fly Fishing we stock a wide range of dubbings, from natural blends to synthetic fibres, all chosen because they tie well and catch fish. We also manufacture many of our own blends in-house, developing colours and textures alongside experienced fly tyers until we're happy they're right.
If you're looking for a natural finish, our hare, squirrel and PHD Peacock Herl blends are favourites with many anglers. If you want something brighter, we also have UV and ice dubbings that add a subtle flash without overpowering the fly.
No two fly patterns need exactly the same dubbing, which is why we carry such a wide range of colours and textures. Whatever you're tying, you'll find a dubbing that helps bring your flies to life.
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Dubbing: The Heart of Fly Tying
Dubbing is one of the most versatile materials in fly tying, used to create lifelike bodies, add texture, and mimic natural insect patterns. At Kindale Fly Fishing, dubbing is not only our best-selling product but also one of our specialties. With extensive research and development behind every blend, our dubbing products meet the needs of fly tiers of all levels.
What Is Dubbing in Fly Tying?
Dubbing refers to fine fibres that are twisted or dubbed onto the tying thread to create the body of a fly. These fibres can vary widely in texture, length, and composition, depending on the fly you’re tying and the effect you want to achieve. The choice of dubbing affects the appearance, durability, and functionality of the fly in the water.
One key technique when using dubbing is forming tight dubbing noodles or scruffy bodies. A tight dubbing noodle is created by twisting the fibres tightly onto the thread, producing a smooth, slim fly body—ideal for patterns like buzzers or slim nymphs. For more natural-looking patterns, a scruffy body can be achieved by leaving the fibres loose or brushing them out after tying. This creates a "buggy" effect, mimicking the legs or movement of aquatic insects.
The length of the dubbing fibres is also crucial. For small flies, such as size 16 or 18 nymphs, shorter fibres are essential to maintain proportion and avoid bulk. Conversely, longer fibres work well for larger flies or when you want a more textured, flowing appearance, as seen in wet flies and streamers.
Dubbing fibres can be opaque or translucent, each offering unique benefits. Translucent dubbings, like Seal’s Fur, reflect light subtly, creating a lifelike sheen that is particularly effective for imitating natural insect bodies. Metallic fibres, such as those in Ice Dubbing, tend to be opaque and add a bold, reflective quality that makes flies highly visible and attractive, especially in low-light conditions.
Super scruffy dubbing examples include Scraggy Dubbing, which is perfect for creating highly textured and irregular bodies. This type of dubbing is excellent for patterns that mimic the rough, unkempt look of natural insects.
How to use fly tying dubbing?
There is more than one method for applying dubbing to your thread. A few examples are using a dubbing loop, dubbing twister or applying it using the twist method.
Depending on what type of dubbing you are using will determine what method you should use. Ice dubbing is one of the hardest to apply as it can be very stiff with longer fibres. The easiest of the dubbing to apply would be Hares Ear dubbings which has soft and super fine fibres. To aid in the application of dubbing we can use Dubbing wax. Dubbing wax helps makes the thread tacky and therefore makes fibres adhere more easily to the thread. Check out our Fly Tiers wax HERE