Hen Capes and Saddles for Fly Tying

Hen Capes and Saddles for Fly Tying

Hen capes and saddles are versatile fly tying feathers used for soft hackles, wet flies, spiders, nymph collars, emergers, legs, throats and small streamer details. In this category you will find hen capes, hen saddles, genetic hen hackle, Indian hen capes and selected soft hackle feathers in natural and dyed colours.

Compared with rooster hackle, hen feathers are softer, more mobile and better suited for patterns that need movement rather than strong flotation. Hen capes offer a wide range of feather sizes for nymphs, wet flies and emergers, while hen saddles are useful when you need longer fibres, mobile collars or repeated feathers in similar sizes.

At Trout Line, you can find selected hen capes and saddles from Whiting, Metz, Veniard and other trusted fly tying brands. This category is ideal for fly tiers who need soft movement, natural markings, dyed colours and practical feathers for traditional wet flies, modern nymphs, spiders and delicate river patterns.