Hedron Flashabou Original – Iridescent Fly Tying Mylar Material

Overview

Hedron's Flashabou Original is a versatile synthetic material used in fly tying, lure crafting, and various fishing applications. Its flat, reflective Mylar strands create a bright, iridescent glow that helps patterns stand out in both still and moving water. The finish shifts with light, adding a lifelike shimmer to your patterns without overpowering the overall design.

Available in a broad color range—from classic metallics like gold, silver, and copper to bold neon hues such as hot pink, chartreuse, and electric blue—Flashabou Original gives you freedom to craft everything from delicate nymphs to aggressive baitfish imitations. This material is known for its versatility; it can accent wings, tails, bodies, and more, and it also serves well as a substitute for Mylar tinsel or as a bug body wrap.

Key benefits

• Bright, iridescent finish from smooth Mylar strands
• Durable, long-lasting fibers that resist fraying and moisture
• Widely used for steelhead, Alaska patterns, and underwing accents
• Flexible for wings, tails, bodies, and other pattern components
• Quality material designed for repeated tying and reuse

Physical specs and color range

• Fiber width: approximately 1/69 inch
• Length per strand: about 10 inches
• Colors span metallics and vibrant neons to suit many patterns

Usage tips and real-life scenarios

In practice, Flashabou Original adds a lively touch to both small and large patterns. Its reflective nature performs well in low-light conditions and clear water, helping your flies read as natural or enticing targets under varying light. The material’s durability supports longer life for flies and lures tied with it, reducing the need to re-tie as frequently as with some lighter-weight alternatives.

Think of a stream at dawn where a small nymph pattern gains depth from a subtle iridescent edge, or a larger baitfish lure that shimmers as it wiggles through current. The versatility of Flashabou Original makes it suitable for wings, tails, bodies, or as an underwing accent—plus it can stand in for Mylar tinsel or be wrapped around a bug body for additional texture and visibility.

Best practices

• Use as a wrap or overwing to add flash without bulk
• Combine with other materials to balance color and reflectivity