{"product_id":"umpqua-uc660bl-bn-barbless-competition-jig-hook-18-straight-point-60-bend","title":"Umpqua UC660BL-BN Barbless Competition Jig Hook 18 – Straight Point, 60° Bend","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeet the UC660BL-BN barbless competition jig hook from Umpqua. This hook is designed for fast-paced tying and precise presentation, featuring a 60-degree bend, a wide gap, and a straight hook point. Built for nymph-style jig patterns, it delivers reliable geometry across a 50-pack box, helping you stock up for back-to-back tying sessions or back-to-back water runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re working on a new pattern or refining a trusted one, the UC660BL-BN aims to balance strength with flexibility in a compact, competition-focused package. The barbless design simplifies release in practice and catch-and-release setups, while the medium-wire construction maintains consistent shape under repeated use. These hooks are part of a broader UC competition line crafted to give tyers dependable performance without compromising on value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJig - Nymph\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarbless\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60 Degree jig bend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium wire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide gap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy this hook stands out\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe straight hook point aligns with typical fly bodies to promote clean penetration as the fly drifts or swings. A wide gap accommodates a variety of material combinations, offering flexibility when shaping bodies, tails, or ribbing. The barbless design makes fish release simpler in practice and supports efficient handling during long sessions. The medium wire strikes a balance between resilience and flexibility, helping the hook hold its shape through repeated tying and fishing actions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReal-world use cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImagine casting through a swift, oxygen-rich current where presentation matters as much as timing. The UC660BL-BN supports jig patterns that ride with the current while maintaining a predictable strike point. In competition contexts, consistent geometry across flies helps you reproduce your pattern under changing water depth or clarity, preserving your control over line tension and presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIn the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach package contains 50 hooks, providing ample stock for tying a range of patterns or testing new bodies. The barbless design supports easy hook removal, while the straight point is intended to pierce through fly materials and into the fish with minimal resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal use scenarios\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompetition nymph patterns that ride with the drift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFly tying sessions requiring reliable, repeatable geometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRigs that benefit from a wide gap to accommodate varied bodies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What makes the Umpqua UC660BL-BN suitable for competition fly tying?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: 60° bend, wide gap, and barbless design help consistent presentation and easy release in fast water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How many hooks are in a pack and what is the wire type?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Each pack contains 50 hooks with medium wire for balanced strength and flexibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Umpqua","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42120612937808,"sku":"B08T14JVS3","price":49.16,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9645\/8576\/files\/umpqua-uc660bl-bn-barbless-competition-straight-point-jig-hook-18.jpg?v=1773152981","url":"https:\/\/canadawildco.com\/products\/umpqua-uc660bl-bn-barbless-competition-jig-hook-18-straight-point-60-bend","provider":"Canada WildCo. | Hunting Gear, Fishing Equipment \u0026 Outdoor Essentials for the Canadian Wild","version":"1.0","type":"link"}