Hareline Ice Dub Minnow Back Shimmer Fringe

Hareline Ice Dub Minnow Back Shimmer Fringe is a ready-made synthetic-fibre fringe for forming the back of a minnow pattern. The fibre ends are fused together, so a section can be cut to length and tied in without separating a loose bundle. Its mixed shades and shimmering surface provide a clear accent along the back, while the arranged fringe helps maintain a consistent outline once secured to the hook.

Construction and use

Cut a section to suit the fly, place it along the top of the hook shank and secure it with firm thread wraps. Use it as a minnow back, the upper part of a streamer wing or a broad lateral detail on a baitfish pattern. After tying it in, position the fibres, trim the sides to the desired outline and add eyes if required. A thin coat of adhesive or resin can be used to stabilize the finished back and protect the tie-in point.

• Form: ready synthetic-fibre fringe rather than loose flash strands.
• Finish: fused ends make cutting and tying in straightforward.
• Effect: a shimmering back accent with varied colour structure.
• Use: minnow backs and streamer wings for baitfish profiles.