Betts Z-Lon
Betts Z-Lon is a modern classic—an ultra-fine, synthetic yarn designed to add life, light, and subtle movement to flies where realism matters most. It bridges the gap between sparkle and translucence, making it a go-to material for emergers, shucks, wings, and hot spots when fish are keyed on detail.
Performance
Z-Lon excels at imitating the delicate transition stages of aquatic insects. Its slightly crinkled fibers trap light and micro-bubbles, creating a soft glow and natural silhouette in the water. Whether used sparse or blended, it maintains its profile without collapsing or matting.
Why we use it
- We want a material that suggests life without overpowering the pattern
- We need consistent translucence for emergers and trailing shucks
- We value versatility—one material, countless applications
- We’re tying for selective fish that punish sloppy details
Specificiations
- Form: Each package contains 20 pieces of 4" fine synthetic yarn
- Texture: Slightly crinkled
- Water behavior: Translucent with subtle flash
- Applications: Shucks, wings, bodies, hot spots, blending material
Key Features
- Ultra-fine fibers for precise, realistic profiles
- Subtle sheen that enhances visibility without excessive flash
- Excellent for emergers, nymphs, and delicate dry fly components
- Easy to separate, blend, and control at the vise
- Durable synthetic that resists matting
