Considering the cost difference and similarity to Congo Hair by the Mad Scientist the decision is a no brainer.
Considering the cost difference and similarity to Congo Hair by the Mad Scientist the decision is a no brainer.
LadyFisher,
I can't answer your question but it seems that there might be different materials under that brand name. Since Hi-Vis is getting so hard to find, I'm looking for other sources of acrylliate fibers to replace it.
Regards,
Ed
This may explain your difficulty - Production of acrylic fibers is centered in the Far East, Turkey, India, Mexico, and South America, though a number of European producers still continue to operate. All US producers have ended production. Former U.S. brands of acrylic were Acrilan (Monsanto), Creslan (American Cyanamid), and Orlon (DuPont).
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I had someone tell me that combing out certain macrame cords will yield EP fibers or something that is a viable substitute anyway. I have never tied with EP fibers, just passing that along.
I think I remember Kelly Glissmeyer saying at one time he had used combed macrame yarn to make the indicator on his Parasol Emergers
http://www.flyanglersonline.com/fotw...tw20101108.php
before switching to Para Post Wing fiber, which seems to be the same or similar. For something like that application, combing out the yarn may be worth the time (although it's a bit of a pain) if you have some laying around. For tying an EP Baitfish, or similar fly, you're better off with Congo Hair or the EP fibers; better color selection, too.
Regards,
Scott