Whiting Coq de Leon Mayfly Tailing Pack Badger
Coq de Leon is an extremely popular material for creating the tail in delicate dry flies and nymphs. It is noticeably softer than conventional cock hackles and much finer than pheasant feathers. Nevertheless, it contributes significantly to the buoyancy of a dry fly. The big advantage over synthetic tail fibers lies in the lightness and flexibility of the natural material. In addition, all Coq de Leon feathers have a soft sheen and natural color gradients. It is not without reason that this natural product, originally from Spain, has for many decades been the material of choice when it comes to tying the finest patterns, whether dry or wet.
With the Mayfly Tailing Packs, Whiting offers an extensive color palette with all the natural shades that you need when tying typical Mayfly patterns. Even classic Pheasant Tail nymphs like to be tied with a tail from Coq de Leon and every CDC dry fly looks even more natural with a few of these fibers. A material that must not be missing in any tying box!
Established back in 1989, the American manufacturer Whiting is the undisputed number one when it comes to the production of high-quality fly tying feathers. In fact, all products from the legendary poultry breeder Dr. Tom Whiting have one thing in common: a constant premium quality, which will easily please the most demanding fly tyers. Without a doubt, the amazing quality of these products reflects the well-being of these impressive birds. Thus, these stunning capes and saddles set completely new standards in every respect. Therefore, it is hardly surprising that there is a very high demand for these unique products – because the modern world of fly tying is hard to imagine without the truly amazing feathers from Whiting!
