Hareline Hollow Tubing

Hareline Hollow Tubing is a unique product that has tons of uses for a creative fly tyer. It is a semi-transparent hollow tubing with built-in stretch. It is a great material for creating bodies on a number of fly patterns. It is extremely versatile in the number of colors and sizes available.

Uses

Patterns and Tying Techniques - Typically, Hareline Hollow Tubing is used to create bodies on nymphs and streamers. It can be stretched to make the tubing and body flatter, or it can be wrapped in a relaxed way to make great segmentations. Wire can also be inserted into the tubing to create contrast.

Comparisons

Hareline Hollow Tubing vs Hareline D Rib - The main difference between Hollow Tubing and D Rib is the shape. The Hollow Tubing is round and hollow, whereas the D Rib is shaped like a capital D in cross-section.

Example Flies

Nymphs - Hareline Hollow Tubing is perfect for making realistic and easy bodies on nymph and midge patterns like the Tube Midge. You can also use the tubing for bodies on Crazy Charlies and other small shrimp and flats flies. It is also a great option for caddis pupa and larva patterns.

Pack Size and Physical Description

Approximate Dimensions - Micro for hooks 18 and smaller: 0.02 in; Midge hooks 14-18: 0.03 in; Standard hooks 14 and up: 0.04 in.

Pack Size - One roughly 30 in length per pack. **These sizes may vary based on manufacturer packaging**