Umpqua Metz Tarpon/Crab Hackle Pack Grizzly/Chartreuse | Fly Tying Feathers

Meet the Umpqua Metz Tarpon/Crab Hackle Pack Grizzly/Chartreuse, a thoughtfully chosen set for serious saltwater and warmwater tying. These hackles feature a longer, wider neck designed to yield robust tails on tarpon flies, plus the sprawling look needed for crab patterns and bushy collars. With uniform, similarly sized feathers at your fingertips, you can quickly assemble consistent components without hunting for the right feather.

Versatility at a glance

Designed to support a range of patterns, this pack helps you craft tails that kick with life, shaggy crab claws that suggest motion, and collars that give your fly a full, buoyant silhouette. It’s a practical companion whether you’re chasing big tarpon or clubbing crab patterns in warm seas.

• Metz Tarpon/Crab Hackle Pack Grizzly/Chartreuse
• Weight 0.05
• Model Number 99264

Key benefits for your tying workflow

Benefit-focused notes:

• Uniform feather sizing saves time and reduces guesswork when selecting hackles.
• Longer neck feathers help build pronounced tails and bushy collars with consistent spacing.
• Wide-necks produce fuller, more durable hackles suitable for extended series of wraps.
• Grizzly/Chartreuse coloration offers a high-visibility profile and versatile pattern compatibility.

Real-life use cases

Imagine a tarpon fly that needs a strong, lifelike tail — the longer necks flatten into a clean sweep. Picture crab patterns where the hackle edges fan out into convincing claws, or a collar that remains buoyant and cohesive as you tie through the evening. This pack is designed to support those practical needs without compromising control or speed.

Whether you’re building multiple new flies or refreshing a favorite pattern, the Metz Hackle Pack is intended to streamline your process while delivering reliable visual impact in the water. Consider it a reliable component in a kit built for saltwater and warmwater adventures.