What are the benefits of dubbing brushes?

Save time, add durability, and produce uniform, buggy flies.

How do you use a dubbing brush?

Wrap it like chenille, secure it, and tease fibers with a bodkin.

Can beginners use dubbing brushes?

Yes. They’re easy to use and ideal for quick, professional results.

Which brands make dubbing brushes?

Flybox, Hareline, and EP offer high-quality options.

Enrico Puglisi - EP - Invader Brush (6 Pack)

Q: What are dubbing brushes used for?

Pre-made wire brushes that create durable, consistent fly bodies.

Q: What materials are dubbing brushes made from?

Natural and synthetic dubbing blends on wire cores.

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EP – Invader Brush (6 Pack) – Wide-profile, breathable brushes for predator and intruder flies.

Enrico Puglisi’s Invader Brush was designed to create broad, lifelike fly profiles without unnecessary bulk. Made from translucent Arctic Goat Hair blended with EP Fibers, EP Silky Fibers, and EP UV Thunderstruck Sparkle, this brush offers unmatched movement, durability, and flash. Perfect for tying large predator flies for pike and musky, as well as intruder-style salmon and steelhead patterns, it delivers a wide yet breathable profile that flows naturally in the water. Easy to wrap and highly versatile, EP – Invader Brush (6 Pack) gives tiers an efficient way to build bold, fish-attracting flies that maintain their shape and action. Shop online or visit Drift Outfitters in Toronto for expert advice and fast shipping anywhere in Canada.

Blend of EP™ FIBERS, EP™ SILKY FIBERS, EP™ UV THUNDERSTRUCK SPARKLE and Arctic Goat Hair
6 Brushes Per Pack
10" Length x 2.5" Width
Stainless Steel Wire Core
Extremely Durable
Does Not Absorb Water - Very Easy To Cast
Used for Intruder, Pike and Musky Flies

Q: What are dubbing brushes used for in fly tying?
A: Dubbing brushes are pre-made wire brushes that trap dubbing fibers between twisted strands of wire. They’re used to build durable, consistent, and buggy fly bodies quickly — perfect for streamers, nymphs, and saltwater flies.

Q: What are the advantages of using dubbing brushes?
A: Dubbing brushes save time and ensure uniform results. They create dense, lifelike bodies that resist wear, sink evenly, and hold shape even after many fish. They’re ideal for commercial tying or anyone who wants consistent results without making loops by hand.

Q: How do I use a dubbing brush?
A: Tie one end of the brush onto the hook, wrap it forward like hackle or chenille, and secure it near the head. After wrapping, use a bodkin or Velcro tool to tease out the fibers for extra movement and texture.

Q: What materials are dubbing brushes made from?
A: They can include natural dubbing (rabbit, seal, squirrel) or synthetic fibers (flash, Ice Dub, UV blends). The wire core is typically stainless or copper for easy wrapping and durability.

Q: Can I make my own dubbing brushes?
A: Yes. With a dubbing brush table or spinner, you can create custom blends using your favorite materials. However, pre-made brushes from brands like Flybox, Semperfli, and Hareline are professionally spun and ready to use.

Q: Are dubbing brushes suitable for beginners?
A: Definitely. They’re easy to work with and eliminate the need to form dubbing loops. Beginners find them helpful for quickly tying buggy, durable bodies without complicated technique.

Q: What patterns use dubbing brushes?
A: They’re popular in streamer, leech, nymph, and saltwater patterns — anywhere a full, lively body is desired. Some tiers even use them for composite dubbing loops on articulated streamers.

Q: Why carry dubbing brushes at Drift Outfitters?
A: Because dubbing brushes make tying faster and more consistent while producing durable, professional-quality flies. Drift Outfitters carries a wide range of natural and synthetic options to suit every tying style.

Dubbing Brushes FAQ

Q: What are dubbing brushes used for in fly tying?
A: Dubbing brushes are pre-made wire brushes that trap dubbing fibers between twisted strands of wire. They’re used to build durable, consistent, and buggy fly bodies quickly — perfect for streamers, nymphs, and saltwater flies.

Q: What are the advantages of using dubbing brushes?
A: Dubbing brushes save time and ensure uniform results. They create dense, lifelike bodies that resist wear, sink evenly, and hold shape even after many fish. They’re ideal for commercial tying or anyone who wants consistent results without making loops by hand.

Q: How do I use a dubbing brush?
A: Tie one end of the brush onto the hook, wrap it forward like hackle or chenille, and secure it near the head. After wrapping, use a bodkin or Velcro tool to tease out the fibers for extra movement and texture.

Q: What materials are dubbing brushes made from?
A: They can include natural dubbing (rabbit, seal, squirrel) or synthetic fibers (flash, Ice Dub, UV blends). The wire core is typically stainless or copper for easy wrapping and durability.

Q: Can I make my own dubbing brushes?
A: Yes. With a dubbing brush table or spinner, you can create custom blends using your favorite materials. However, pre-made brushes from brands like Flybox, Semperfli, and Hareline are professionally spun and ready to use.

Q: Are dubbing brushes suitable for beginners?
A: Definitely. They’re easy to work with and eliminate the need to form dubbing loops. Beginners find them helpful for quickly tying buggy, durable bodies without complicated technique.

Q: What patterns use dubbing brushes?
A: They’re popular in streamer, leech, nymph, and saltwater patterns — anywhere a full, lively body is desired. Some tiers even use them for composite dubbing loops on articulated streamers.

Q: Why carry dubbing brushes at Drift Outfitters?
A: Because dubbing brushes make tying faster and more consistent while producing durable, professional-quality flies. Drift Outfitters carries a wide range of natural and synthetic options to suit every tying style.