Hends Body Stretch
Hends Body Stretch is a highly elastic synthetic material designed for creating realistic segmented bodies and wing cases on nymph patterns. Thanks to its stretchable structure, it forms smooth tapered bodies with natural segmentation, while its glossy and matte sides allow fly tyers to achieve different visual effects. It is especially popular for Czech nymphs, scuds, larvae and other subsurface fly patterns.
Technical Specifications
| Material | Elastic synthetic material |
| Type | Body and wing case material, 5 mm |
| Packaging | 1 g |
| Properties | Highly elastic, glossy and matte sides, easy to shape, creates realistic segmentation |
| Applications | Czech nymphs, scuds, larvae, nymphs, segmented bodies and wing cases |
| Manufacturer | Hends |
What is Hends Body Stretch?
Hends Body Stretch is one of the most widely used materials for creating wing cases and segmented bodies on nymph patterns. Its elastic structure allows it to be wrapped under varying tension, making it easy to produce slim, naturally tapered bodies with lifelike segmentation.
One of its distinctive features is its dual finish—one side is glossy while the other is matte. This gives fly tyers the flexibility to choose either a brighter reflective appearance or a more subtle, natural finish depending on the pattern. The material also combines perfectly with dubbing, wire ribbing, UV resins and other body materials.
Key Features
- Highly elastic body material.
- Ideal for realistic wing cases.
- Glossy and matte sides.
- Creates natural body segmentation.
- Easy to wrap and shape.
- Suitable for a wide variety of classic and modern fly patterns.
Ideal For
- Czech nymphs.
- Scuds.
- Larvae patterns.
- Nymphs.
- Wing cases.
- Realistic segmented bodies.
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FLYFISHING.BG RECOMMENDSHends Body Stretch is a classic choice for tying Czech nymphs and other realistic subsurface patterns. Use the glossy side outward for a brighter, more reflective finish, or the matte side for a subtle natural appearance. A thin coat of UV resin will further enhance durability while emphasizing the segmented body. |
