Fly Tying Chenille

Chenille for fly tying

This category brings together chenille and related body materials used to build bodies, thoraxes and volume on a wide range of fly patterns. The active range includes Textreme and JMC products such as cactus chenille, micro chenille, fritz, Eggstasy, ice chenille, long-hair fibres, wool blends and bright or UV variants.

Choose by diameter and desired effect

Micro chenille suits small bodies and finer patterns, while larger diameters create more bulk for blobs, streamers, egg-style flies and other attractor patterns. Fibre length and texture have a direct effect on the finished profile.

Bright, UV and translucent effects

Cactus, crystal, ice and holographic chenilles add flash and contrast. UV or translucent versions can be used when more visual signal is wanted in the water, without implying the same effectiveness in every fishing situation.

Fritz, Eggstasy and longer fibres

Fritz, Eggstasy and long-hair materials can create denser or more mobile profiles depending on fibre length and softness. They are commonly used across reservoir flies, streamers and attractor patterns.

Match material to hook size

Choose diameter, fibre length and density according to hook size, desired profile and the amount of material needed. Excessive bulk on a small pattern can quickly spoil proportions.