Semperfli Kapok Dubbing

Kapok Dubbing is the premier choice for tying fishing flies, offering unmatched buoyancy that earns it the nickname "life jackets for flies." Made from kapok, a natural hollow fiber, this dubbing retains air and enhances the floatability of dry flies to a superior degree when used in split thread techniques. It boasts a finesse half the thickness of superfine dubbing, making it perfect for creating sleek, high-definition flies without the bulk found in traditional materials.

Often likened to moles fur due to its short fibers and available in various colors, Kapok Dubbing is exceptionally suitable for crafting minute dry flies and effective nymphs. Originating from the tropical Ceiba pentandra tree, kapok is a lightweight, moisture-resistant, and quick-drying fiber that historically was used in life-saving equipment such as life jackets, thanks to its ability to support up to 30 times its weight in water.

Although traditionally challenging to dye, advancements in technology have allowed Semperfli to achieve consistent, vibrant colors in Kapok Dubbing using state-of-the-art computerized dyeing machines. This ensures that even after prolonged exposure to water, the dubbing's buoyancy diminishes only gradually. Available in a selection of natural and earthy tones, our Kapok Dubbing is designed to be the finest dry fly dubbing on the market, with fibers measuring about 1.8 cm in length and 30 to 36 micrometres in diameter—half the thickness of other superfine dubbing options yet significantly more buoyant.