Pro-Tubes are different from any tubes I have previously tied on.  Pro-Tubes are injection molded and by design simplify the construction of tube flies.  Instead of inserting a liner tube into a plastic or metal housing, melting the ends, and then attaching the junction tubing; Pro-Tubes are a "all-in-one" product.  The Flexitube system is a one piece injection molded tube that consists of both a surface to tie on and the junction connector all in one.  For smaller flies Pro-Tube offers micro-tubes that have detachable junction tubing which allows the hook to hang loose.  Here is how the Pro-Tube system works:


Once the tube is in place simply tie the fly on the front of the tube.





The Pro-Tube system cones are available in a nice range of colors and materials including softdiscs (pliable plastic), sonicdisk (softdiscs with holes), and conediscs (metal).



Pro Tubes also offers micro-tubes for tying small patterns.  micro-tube are injection molded like Flexitubes only they come with a removable section of junction tubing.  micro-tubes are perfect for trout streamers or small spey flies.  The junction tubing is very soft and allows the hook to be adjusted.



In sum: The genius of the Pro-Tube system is in its simplicity.  The flexitubes are a true, "all-in-one" tube and there is no need to mess around with separate liner tubing and junction tubing.  The micro-tubes are quick and simple to work with and the separate junction tubing offers a range of versatility for smaller flies.  The sonicdiscs are unique and can add huge movement to a wing even in thin water.  Pro-Tubes are great for someone looking to give tubes a try but are a bit intimidated by the complexity of other tube systems.  The range of sizes, colors, weights, and cone heads also make Pro-Tubes a great choice for the seasoned tube fly tier.

You can find Pro-Tubes online at: Fly Fishing U.S.A. 


Disclosure- Pro-Tubes provided the featured products free of charge for me to review. I was not compensated in any other way for this blog post.