Borisfly Natural Elk Hair

Description

Natural Elk Hair is one of the most versatile and time-honoured materials in the fly tyer’s toolkit. Sourced from free-range elk, this coarse, hollow-fibred hair has earned its place in fly tying traditions across generations — and for good reason.

Exceptional Buoyancy

The hollow structure of each individual hair fibre traps air, giving your flies outstanding floatation properties. Whether you’re dressing an Elk Hair Caddis, a Stimulator, or a classic parachute pattern, this material keeps your fly riding high on the surface film — even in fast, broken water.

Natural Taper & Texture

Elk Hair features a natural taper from base to tip, making it ideally suited for flared, stacked, or spun applications. The slightly coarser texture compared to deer hair gives better control when spinning and flaring, while still allowing precise, clean cuts for wing profiles and trailing shucks.

Incredible Durability

Flies tied with Natural Elk Hair are built to last. The tough, resilient fibres resist compression and hold their shape cast after cast, making them a favourite for heavily fished rivers and demanding conditions. A well-dressed Elk Hair Caddis can survive dozens of fish and still perform.

Wide Range of Applications

From dry fly wings and caddis bodies to hoppers, emergers, and streamer tails, Natural Elk Hair adapts to a huge range of patterns. Its natural tan-to-cream colouration imitates a variety of naturals straight out of the pack, and it accepts dye beautifully for custom colour matching.

Available in Multiple Grades

We offer Natural Elk Hair in various grades — from fine coastal elk for delicate dry fly work to coarser body hair for spinning and flaring — ensuring you find the perfect match for every pattern in your box.

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