Looking for Hi-Vis
One of my favorite tying materials, a synthetic yarn-like material called Hi-Vis, used for wings, dubbing, etc, came in a bunch of colors and was made or distributed by L & L Products of Bethpage, NY. I bought a few packets as it was being discontinued several years ago, but haven't seen it since. I'd love to find another supply, especially in black, white, rust and gray. If anyone has any they'd like to sell, or know of a source, please send me a PM.
Thanks!
Here it is in more colors:
http://www.troutlet.com/Rumpf-Hi-Vis-Fiber-P1159.aspx
Joe
Thanks Joe! Most helpful!
Might want to check out troutlet.com before ordering, if you are thinking about it. I took a look at it out of curiosity and there are some scary reviews and reports concerning it. I know nothing about it and had never heard of it.
Joe
Scary reports of Hi-Vis? It seems pretty innocuous as fly tying materials go. I looked at troutlet and didn't seen anything.Originally Posted by Joe Billingsley
Hey Mickmcco,
What do you like about it and how do you use it, as posts on parachutes, spent wings, etc? I've never used the stuff myself.
Spent wings on Trico spinners, yes, but my favorite use is for the body and shell of an Upper Midwest fly called a Brown Hackle Peacock Beetle, originated by Ross Mueller. I tie them in a couple of sizes (12 and 16), and they are great early season flies, imitating a Dung Beetle.
How does it differ from plain Antron?
Joe
Thinner, a bit kinkier, with more sheen. Easy to work with. I'm surprised it hasn't sold well.
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