Medium stiff hollow hair construction: Ensures durability and structure for tying robust flies
Longer fibers: Enables creation of larger patterns such as salmonflies and steelhead skaters
Suitable for multiple fly types: Ideal for down wing stonefly, hopper, dry flies, and bass patterns
Limited supply: Scarcity adds value for serious fly tiers
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Bull Elk is a medium stiff, hollow hair and among the most basic of tying materials. Most often, bull elk is used for down wing stonefly and hopper patterns. Think the Stimulator. Elk is useful for bass and steelhead dry flies too.
Elk Back Strap offers all these qualities, but with longer fibers for big patterns. Think salmonflies and bi