Rubber legs have found their way into numerous fly patterns and their application nowadays reaches far beyond the likes of 'Chernobyl Ants' or big stonefly nymphs. Not very suprising, given the fact that theses soft and highly mobile rubber strands imitate legs better than any other material around. Even streamers and poppers benefit from the lively underwater action rubber legs unfold during line strips and pauses.
Wapsi Round Rubber has a round crossection which beyond durability also adds more mobility compared to flat rubber legs. Also suitable for tying segmented fly bodies.
Tip: Simply tie overhand knots into the material to create realistic leg joints.
Wapsi, founded in 1945 on the banks of the Wapsipinicon River in Iowa by Lacy Gee, is one of the oldest companies for fly tying materials. Originally specialising in the production of artificial flies, within three decades the family business developed into one of the largest manufacturer and wholesaler of tying materials in the United States. Today, Wapsi offers an impressive variety of products for fly tiers worldwide. The range includes a wide selection of feathers, furs, dubbings, rubber legs, wires and much more. The company's clever solutions for storing tying tools and its extensive range of accessories are outstanding. Despite the high quality, Wapsi remains true to its roots and offers all products at extremely fair prices.
