Sheeps wool

[paramedicpete]

I know this may seem a very basic question but I find lots of sheeps wool when out a walk with my dogs ,now I would like to use it for tying in some way do I need to wash it or do anything to it before use ,and any suggestions on how to best use it welcome.



Pete

[maharg]

Great to use as a strike indicator due to the great floatability properties(natural lanolin)

[shortea]

if you plan on dying it you will need to degrease it first

all the best Nick

[paramedicpete]

Is there any worries about mites or any bugs??? did I read on here to microwave for 10 secs to kill off bugs???

How do you degrease just wash in warm soapy water then rinse???


Pete

[Mrtrout]

Bung it in the freezer for 24 hours Pete then wash with Head and shoulders.
S.

[dabhoy]

Pete you could always knit a jumper

I havent used the stuff myself but Im sure I came across it as being a good dry fly dubbing on the other hand I may have dreamt it

[paramedicpete]

Thanks for replies jumpers coming soon lol

Pete