Umpqua XC400BL-BN Hook

Umpqua’s “Super Jig” hook, the XC400BL-BN features a 60-degree vertical eye bend combined with a carefully curated wide gap to optimize hooking ability. Designed for tyers seeking the perfect hook for a wide variety of jig-style tactical nymphs, the XC400BL-BN pairs well with standard tungsten slotted beads, but it also works well with Umpqua’s Jig Bomb beads when you want to maximize the available shank length of your hook.

Barbless hooks are crucial for tournaments since they make it easier to hook and fight the fish, giving the angler a better chance of landing them. TheUmpqua C200BL competition hooks are built with a straight shank for standard nymph patterns such as hare’s ears and pheasant tails.

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Peacock quills are naturally beautiful and provide realistic segmentation that mimic a variety of small mayfly nymphs. The historic downside of a quill body is that they are extremely delicate. These slender body flies with a tungsten head cut though the water allowing anglers to fish deeper. The inverted bead on these flies will flip the hook so it rids point up protecting the point from snags.

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Umpqua XC400 Jig Hook 25-Pack

Umpqua’s “Super Jig” hook, the XC400BL-BN features a 60-degree vertical eye bend combined with a carefully curated wide gap to optimize hooking ability. Designed for tyers seeking the perfect hook for a wide variety of jig-style tactical nymphs, the XC400BL-BN pairs well with standard tungsten slotted beads, but it also works well with Umpqua’s Jig Bomb beads when you want to maximize the available shank length of your hook.

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