Calf Tail (kip tail) 10 colors

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white calf tail .... more colors on order


🪶 Uses of Calf Tail in Fly Tying:

  1. Wings on Dry Flies:
  • Commonly used for the upright wings on classic dry fly patterns like the Royal Wulff, Humpy, and Irresistible.
  • The natural stiffness of the fibers helps the fly stand upright and maintain its profile on the water surface.
  1. Tails on Dry Flies:
  • Shorter, stiffer fibers from the base of the tail are often used for tails on some dry flies to help with floatation and balance.
  1. Post Material in Parachute Flies:
  • White calf tail is sometimes used as a parachute post (though poly yarn or Antron is more common nowadays). It’s visible and gives the fly a traditional look.

  1. Accent Material in Streamers and Steelhead Flies:
  • Can be used for wing accents or underwings due to its crinkly, slightly translucent nature.

🔧 Tips for Tying with Calf Tail:

  • Stacking helps: The fibers are naturally crinkly, so use a hair stacker to align the tips.
  • Avoid the base: The bottom third of the tail is often too coarse and hollow; the middle to tip sections are best for wings.
  • Control bulk: It's easy to add too much and make a bulky fly — a little goes a long way.