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.
A barbless, down eye hook with a wide gape, the XC120 is a perfect all-around hook for many different straight-bodied dry fly and nymph patterns. Offered in a wide range of sizes and a low-profile black nickel finish, the upturned point gives the XC120 excellent hooking and holding capacity on a barbless frame.
Umpqua X-Series XC120 BL-BN Size 14
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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The UC6555BL-BN is another competition style jig hook similar to the UC650BL-BN, but this hook pares down the extra wide gape of the UC650 with medium wire, balancing it with a slightly upturned point for optimum hooking and holding ability. It pairs well with standard slotted tungsten beads to create a variety of European-style tactical nymphs that ride point-up in the water.
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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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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.
Umpqua Competition Hooks C200BL - 25pk
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