Spanflex – Durable, Flexible Material for Legs, Ribbing & Tails
Spanflex – Premium Stretchable Fly Tying Material
Take your fly tying to the next level with Spanflex, the strong, ultra-stretchable, and semi-translucent material every serious fly tyer needs in their arsenal. Its flexibility, durability, and subtle translucency make it perfect for adding lifelike movement and texture to your patterns, creating flies that truly catch fish.
From tails to ribbing, legs to bodies, Spanflex is as versatile as it is reliable, making it a favorite among tyers for both traditional and innovative designs. It’s especially celebrated for the iconic “Pats Rubberlegs” pattern, but its applications go far beyond one fly.
⭐ Why Would Fly Tyers Love This Product?
Spanflex is a must-have for fly tyers who value durability, versatility, and realism:
- Extremely stretchable and resilient, ensuring your flies maintain their shape and performance
- Semi-translucent fibers add a subtle, natural shimmer that attracts fish
- Multiple applications – use it for tails, feelers, ribbing, legs, and bodies
- Reliable for creative patterns, giving tyers the freedom to innovate without sacrificing quality
- Ideal for tyers who want professional-looking flies with movement and lifelike appeal
🎨 What Flies Is It Ideal For?
Spanflex’s versatility and stretch make it perfect for a wide range of patterns:
- “Pats Rubberlegs” and other shrimp or crustacean patterns – for realistic leg and body movement
- Streamers and baitfish patterns – adding lifelike shimmer and motion
- Insect and nymph patterns – for tails, feelers, and ribbing that mimic natural anatomy
- Experimental or modern patterns – use it wherever stretchable, translucent accents are needed
For fly tyers seeking durable, flexible, and high-performance material, Spanflex brings both function and flair to your tying bench.