Best thread for splitting ?

[scubacrazy123]

Hi all.
What is a good thread which I can split and use for dubbing please? I am using uni thread at the moment. I find if I use a dubbing loop, it is a bit bulky.
Having said all this, I am new to tying, so it is probably more my bad technique than anything !!
Thanks for the help.
Gary.

[sabsman]

Don't think you will find much better than UTC thread. Make sure you un-spin the thread from all the turns you naturally put in from tying before trying to split it then re-spin it back up after you have put the dubbing in.

Sabsman.

[dwiltshire]

There are lots of options, but for a strong, but fine thread, try Sheer 14/0.

Flytying Boutique - for unusual and interesting materials

[Watersplatter]

Roman moser powerthread does it for me for everything down to size22

Cheers

[flyinghigh]

I found that those threads that are made out of two strands wounds together (I think cobweb is one) are easy to splitt

[papa smurf]

Hi

All the aforementioned threads are excellent for splitting. Another one to try is Danvilles flymaster. good strong thread and splits easily.

Regards

[dexfab77]

Note that it's not impossible to split the UNI, it's only harder to do

As for the best thread for splitting, take a pick in the list above...

[steveparton]

What are you actually trying to dub ?

Most threads available are exactly the same stuff - merely alternately packaged .

Let me know I may have a far easier way .

Steve Parton

[scubacrazy123]

WOW ! 5 replies, 5 options !
So it seems I can use anything, apart from the one I have.
I see that the Flytying boutique are doing a set of 10 Gordon Griffiths 14/0 treads for under £12, so I might give that a go.
Thanks for all the help.
Gary.

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Originally Posted by steveparton

What are you actually trying to dub ?

Most threads available are exactly the same stuff - merely alternately packaged .

Let me know I may have a far easier way .

Steve Parton

Well Steve, as I said, I am new to tying, so I am only trying to start on basic flies. So obviously a GRHE is on my hit list. I am feeling very clumsy and my fingers feel like tree stumps, and consequently my attempts are thus far quite "chunky". So far the smallest hook size I have tried is a 12 ! How I will ever get to tie on a 20 is beyond my comprehension at present !
I know it will come with time, but it seems that dubbing in general is something I am having difficulty with.
It may be I am using too much dubbing material. I have practiced with Hares fur, seals fur, with similar results.
As I said, if I use a dubbing loop, it seems bulky to me.
Maybe I should join a club or something and get some help !
Regards,
Gary.