Hareline Mangum's Original Mini Dragon Tail UV2 Treated #298 Purple | Hareline Dubbin

Hareline Mangum’s Original Mini Dragon Tail UV2 Treated — Purple #298

Discover the Hareline Mangum’s Original Mini Dragon Tail UV2 Treated in a bold Purple shade. This compact streamer tail blends the classic dragon tail silhouette with modern UV2 technology to deliver motion and visibility that can stand out on the water. The mini design provides lively, darting action as it moves with the current, helping to create an enticing profile without adding bulk to your pattern. The UV2 treated material glows under ultraviolet light, increasing visibility in dim light or stained water. While no single fly guarantees results, the design emphasizes movement and color that can catch a fish’s eye under a range of conditions.

What sets Mangum’s Mini Dragon Tail apart is the original dragon tail action paired with a soft, lifelike texture that mimics a small prey profile. It is well suited for streamer patterns and can be tied into a variety of setups where motion is a key factor. Hareline Dubbin, founded in 1981 in Monroe, Oregon, began on a kitchen stove and has grown into a full scale operation with thousands of fly tying products ready to deliver. This history reflects a focus on dependable materials and proven action that many tyers value when assembling their kits.

• UV2 treated material enhances visibility under ultraviolet light, increasing on water presence
• Original dragon tail action delivers distinctive, lifelike movement
• Soft, lifelike texture that resembles a small prey profile
• Designed for streamer patterns and versatile tying options
• Heritage and reliability from Hareline Dubbin, a company with roots dating back to 1981

• Pair with appropriate hook sizes for balanced patterns
• Try in streams and rivers with varying light conditions
• Experiment with retrieves to emphasize the tail’s darting motion
• Store UV2 treated materials away from direct sunlight to preserve glow

The purple hue provides strong contrast across a range of water colors, and the UV2 glow can help emphasize motion in low light conditions. Consider mixing this tail with other UV2 materials to boost visibility during dawn, dusk, or murky water moments. The design is compact enough to integrate into diverse streamer setups, yet it offers a distinctive silhouette that stands out in a lineup. By blending classic dragon tail action with UV2 technology, this pattern reflects a balance between tradition and modern fly tying science.

About the brand behind the product, Hareline Dubbin has a longstanding commitment to craft and availability. Since its beginnings in 1981, the company has expanded from a small kitchen startup to a 45,000 square foot facility with thousands of fly tying products designed to support tiers of all levels. This Mangum’s Mini Dragon Tail is part of that heritage, offering a reliable option for tyers who value motion, color, and a touch of UV glow in their streamer work.