Hareline Midge Size Hollow Tubing – Olive | Fly Tying Tubing for Nymphs, Charleys & Stoneflies

Hareline Midge Size Hollow Tubing in Olive is a versatile component for any fly tier’s kit. The hollow tube is designed to help you build slim, realistic bodies and crisp segment lines on a wide range of flies. Made from quality material, this tubing offers a soft, supple feel that behaves well under thread wraps and tight turns. At roughly 30 inches in length, it provides plenty of material for multiple flies without waste, making it a practical choice for recurring patterns and quick experiments in color and texture.

In practice, olive adds a natural-looking shade that blends with water shadows and aquatic vegetation. The hollow design reduces bulk at the body, giving you control over proportion and taper. Whether you’re tying in a quiet outdoor shop or field testing patterns by the river, this tubing remains forgiving enough for beginners while still offering options for more advanced techniques.

Pattern versatility

Whether you’re crafting midges, nymphs, Charley-style patterns, or stoneflies, olive tubing helps you achieve clean profiles that ride true in the water. The subtle color works well with natural tones, helping your bodies sit out of the glare of sunlight while still maintaining a crisp edge. The hollow core also allows you to layer other materials or create segmented bodies without adding unnecessary bulk.

• Nymph patterns that require slim, hollow bodies
• Charley-style patterns for quick, buoyant bodies
• Stoneflies and other small-bodied patterns
• Bead-head variations or segmented bodies

Material and handling

The tubing is built from quality material that balances flexibility with resilience. It holds its shape under pressure, yet remains easy to trim and wrap. At approximately 30 inches in length, you have more than enough material to tie several flies while leaving room for experimentation with pattern length and proportion.

• Soft, pliable texture that glides under thread wraps
• Maintains form without flaking or cracking during tying
• Suitable for a wide range of hook sizes and patterns

Whether you’re updating olive-based bodies to better mimic natural insects or exploring new textures for your next outing, Hareline Midge Hollow Tubing offers a reliable, adaptable option for both seasoned tiers and newcomers. This tubing supports a calm, patient approach to fly tying and invites creativity without forcing any single result.