Looking for Hi-Vis

[lastchance]

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!

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.

[mickmcco]

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.

[Joe Billingsley]

How does it differ from plain Antron?

Joe

[mickmcco]

Thinner, a bit kinkier, with more sheen. Easy to work with. I'm surprised it hasn't sold well.

[Chuck441]

I love the stuff. It's my favorite material for wing posts on parachute flies.

Chuck

[mickmcco]

As expected, Troutlet cancelled my Hi Vis orders, wih no explanation given. I plan to steer clear in the future!

[Don_P]

Dette's has some in stock.....
https://www.detteflies.com/HiVis

[mickmcco]

Thanks! Just sent Joe a note to double check stock before I order.

[mickmcco]

Just received my order of Hi-Vis from Dette Flies! Thanks, Joe Fox and Don P!

[Don_P]

Glad you got what you needed. Joe has always been very accommodating.