Simplicity is often the best answer to complexity, and Bob Popovics’ popular Bob’s Banger fly pattern has done an excellent job answering the complex question: “How do I catch a striped bass?” With Umpqua’s Dupli-Kits Popovics’ Banger Fly Tying Kit, you’ll hold the key to catching massive stripers and blues on flies you constructed! This fantastic kit as all the fly tying materials and instructions you’ll need to produce 12 of these famous poppers in 3 of the most striper-enticing colors on the planet – white, chartreuse, and orange! With the highest quality materials from Mets and Umpqua, your Banger flies will surely stand up to the toughest stripers on the block! When the schoolies are rolling up your favorite stretch of rocky coastline, be sure you’ve got a good supply of Bob’s Bangers in your fly box and with Umpqua’s Dupli-Kits Popovics’ Banger Fly Tying Kit, you’ll be more than prepared!
Summary
When the big stripers are running, there’s nothing like getting them to move with a large popper, and in the world of poppers, there’s nothing more effective than Bob Popovics’ Banger fly pattern, which is well-detailed in Popovics’ fantastic book, “Pop Fleyes.” Umpqua’s Dupli-Kits Popovics’ Banger Fly Tying Kit is perfect for striped bass fly anglers interested in trying their hand at tying up some sweet popping bugs for their next trip to the coast! This great fly tying kit contains enough top quality materials from Metz and Umpqua to tie 12 of these fantastic bugs in 3 hot colors. Instructions for this effective fly are also included so there’s no question you’ll be producing great flies of your own in no time! Just think about it: with Umpqua’s Banger Fly Tying Kit and a night at the fly tying vise, you’ll be all set for this season’s striper action!
Details
- You’ll learn to tie Bob Popovics’ popular and durable Bob’s Banger striper fly
- Top quality materials from Umpqua and Metz
- Enough material to tie 12 flies in 3 popular colors
- Easy to follow instructional materials
- Stock your fly box properly for your next trip for striped bass and blues!
WHAT’s IN THE KIT?
Materials
- White, chartreuse, and orange bucktail pieces
- Large stick on Prismatic Tape Eyes
- Long-shanked saltwater fly tying hooks
- White, chartreuse, and orange holographic tape
- 6 durable foam cylinders
Instructional Materials
- “Popovics’ Banger Tying Instructions” by Umpqua Feather Merchants
WHAT FLY DO I LEARN TO TIE?
Bob Popovics’ Banger
Bob’s Banger is simply an awesome fly for big stripers and tough blues. This popular fly pattern is well-described and detailed in its creator, Bob Popovics’, fantastic book on saltwater fly tying, “Pop Fleyes.” Perhaps this fly pattern’s greatest asset – beyond its tremendous fish-catching ability – is its elegant simplicity. It’s easy to tie, lightweight, sports interchangeable components, and is easy to fish! This fly is extremely effective when stripped, but can also be an effective pattern during a “blitz” of blues; simply cast the bug into the fray and let it sit! The durability and fishability of this tremendous design continue to amaze anglers on both coasts and this collective amazement is proof that you should have a row in your striped bass fly box devoted to Bob’s Bangers!
Leland on Umpqua Metz Popovics’ Banger Fly Tying Kit
We’ve got some pretty experienced and accomplished saltwater fly tyers on the staff here at Leland Fly Fishing Outfitters, and all of them will tell you they’ve, at one point or another during their fly tying education, been influenced by Bob Popovics’ innovative approach to saltwater fly design outlined in his great book, “Pop Fleyes.” Whether it’s getting extra length on blue water flies through the use of two fly tying vises and monofilament thread or learning and perfecting Popovics’ ground-breaking expoxy techniques, Popovics is a fly tying force to be reckoned with.
One of Popovics’ best patterns is his famous Bob’s Banger saltwater popper. This fly is unstoppable and one of the most durable poppers we’ve ever seen. That’s primarily why we were so excited to see Umpqua’s Dupli-Kits Bob’s Banger Fly Tying Kit hit the market! This is the easiest way to get a hold of the materials and instructions you need to tie up 12 of these bugs in 3 hot colors. How’s a wicked evening trip to Lobsterville Beach on Martha’s Vineyard sound this spring?
Leland on Umpqua
In 1972 a man named Dennis Black and his fly tying skills found themselves in high demand. Mr. Black, then a professional production fly tyer, was famous in the industry for his unsurpassed skill and speed with whipping up tremendously beautiful and precisely constructed flies. It wasn’t long until this young fly tying superstar realized that he ought to take his consistent approach to quality to the next level. Shortly after this realization, a small army of fly tyers had banded together to support Mr. Black’s vision. With the likes of Dave Whitlock, Jack Dennis, and Andy Puyans, Mr. Black was officially in business.
Dennis Black’s new company Umpqua Feather Merchants quickly extended its reach and fly production capabilities with expansion into India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand, where the world’s first and full blown “fly tying factories” were built. Since those early days, only the highest standard of excellence has marked Umpqua and this commitment to quality and efficiency continues to spur the company forward. Dennis Black’s innovative vision for “fly production” has truly revolutionized how the fly industry operates and has ultimately made the majority of production flies better. From the first “royalty system” for rewarding the most creative professional fly tyers to streamlining production systems and offering a range of other products, Umpqua Feather Merchants just seems to “do it all.”
Today, Umpqua Feather Merchants is without a doubt the world’s best and most prolific supplier of hand tied fly fishing flies as well as fly tying hooks and materials, and they recently got better! Umpqua’s brand new, state of the art headquarters in Louisville, Colorado marks another paradigm shift in the way fly tying business is done. From its vast warehouse to its specially designed inventory management and tracking system, Umpqua is poised to continue its energetic trajectory and lead the way for the next generation of flies and fly tyers.
Leland on METZ
Since 1972 Metz Fly Tying has developed cutting edge techniques in producing the very best genetic fly tying hackles available. Situated in bucolic Pennsylvania, Metz is a fantastic company dedicated to helping fly tyers everywhere take their flies not just to the water, but to the next level. Recently, Metz has expanded its product line to position itself as one of the go-to fly tying material suppliers in the world, and with the help of Umpqua Feather Merchants’ broad reach and deep resources, Metz will continue to satisfy and surpass the needs and desires of the world’s vast fly tying community.
Umpqua on Umpqua Metz Popovics’ Banger Fly Tying Kit
“Materials and instructions to produce 12 poppers in your choice of 3 colors.”
Umpqua on Umpqua
"As you may or may not know, we're the largest producer of quality hand-tied flies in the world. We also make available through your local fly shop a wide array of the finest fly-tying hackle and Tiemco hooks.
At Umpqua we offer everything the angler needs to a have a first class fishing experience. (Everything that is, but the water and the fish."
Umpqua on Dennis Black and the “Obvious Quest”
“The idea first took shape in the hands of our founder, Dennis Black, back in 1972. As a fast and facile professional fly tyer, Dennis was known for his skill and speed at producing hundreds of dozens of flies each year for the larger mail order houses. But he was also quick to realize how fast the demand for excellent flies would outstrip the abilities of cottage industry types like him.
The Obvious Quest: To create excellent flies in sufficient supply – without sinking his standards. In response, Dennis developed (with characteristic care) a methodical plan: First, he enlisted the tying expertise of the likes of Dave Whitlock, Jack Dennis, Andy Puyans and others, to help him set the standard of excellence for Umpqua flies.
Next, Dennis established the first of what would eventually be five separate fly-tying “factories,” first in India, then in Sri Lanka, and finally in Thailand. The primary focus at each of these factories was on producing the very best fishing flies possible, constructed of the very best materials available. From the beginning, the quantity of flies produced was secondary to the quality and excellence of each fly pattern. These high standards were assured by the personal involvement of the fly designers themselves, and by the ever-increasing skill, imagination and creativity of the Umpqua production fly tiers. Today, you will find no flies more skillfully tied than those available from Umpqua Feather Merchants.
Finally, Dennis created a system of royalty payments, to reward professional tyers like Whitlock, Lefty Kreh, Randall Kaufman, Larry Dahlberg, and Bob Popovics for uniquely good patterns.
The Result: Today, Umpqua produces umpteen thousand dozen flies, from micro-scopic midge imitations to the huge patterns favored by marlin and sailfish. And the "Umpquality" – you’ll see for yourself.”
Umpqua on METZ
“Metz offers a premium line of fly tying materials. These product offerings include the complete assortment of award winning Edgin fly tying tools and accessories, a wide array of tying materials and the most comprehensive fly tying kits available. This broad line makes Metz uniquely capable of meeting the demands of both the beginner and master tyer.
As early pioneers of genetic engineering techniques, Metz selected and raised stock specifically for hackle production. Over nearly three decades, Metz has been the industry leader in producing high quality fly tying hackle. Located in the heart of Pennsylvania among the historical roots of fly fishing, Metz is grounded in fly tying heritage. And as a division of Umpqua Feather Merchants, a name synonymous with quality, and a team dedicated to service, Metz is determined to move fly tying to the next level of excellence.
Since 1972 Metz has been singularly focused on one overriding goal: to provide the best products and the best customer service available anywhere. As we expand our line of premium genetic hackle to include a wide array of fly tying materials, we will remain focused on delivering nothing but the best. Because your satisfaction is the feather in our cap.”