Hare's Ear Dubbing

Turrall Hares Ear Dubbing is a staple fly tying material that has stood the test of time, offering a natural, buggy appearance that trout respond to consistently. This Turrall Hare’s Ear Dubbing is a fine, soft blend designed specifically for forming realistic bodies on a wide range of trout fly patterns, from classic nymphs through to soft hackles.

• Fine, soft hare’s ear blend for natural-looking fly bodies
• Creates subtle movement and lifelike texture underwater
• Easy to apply – suitable for both beginners and experienced tyers
• Works well with or without dubbing wax
• Ideal for slim or slightly "scruffy” buggy profiles
• Trusted, long-standing material used in many proven trout patterns
• Available in a wide range of practical fish-catching colours
• Supplied in manageable 1g packs

Hares Ear Dubbing Top tips for using this product

• Use a light touch when dubbing onto thread – less is usually more
• Slightly rough up the dubbed body with Velcro or a dubbing brush for extra movement
• Blend colours (e.g. Natural with Olive) to create more realistic insect tones
• Apply wax sparingly if needed – this dubbing grips thread well naturally
• For spikier bodies, use a dubbing loop instead of direct application
• Keep bodies slightly uneven – trout often prefer imperfect, natural profiles

Common fishing flies that use Hares Ear Dubbing

• Gold Ribbed Hare’s Ear Nymph (GRHE)
• Hare’s Ear Nymph (classic and beadhead)
• Czech Nymphs
• Soft Hackle Hare’s Ear
• Hare’s Ear Emergers
• General buggy nymph patterns