Umpqua X-Series XS435 BN5X Bendback Fly Hook – 20 Pack

Overview

The Umpqua X-Series XS435 BN5X Bendback Fly Tying Hook brings a revived classic into modern tying. Its bendback profile helps patterns ride with a natural, lifelike attitude while maintaining a weedless presentation. The straight eye supports clean, dependable ties, and the forged bend delivers durability under pressure. A micro-barb adds precision without excessive snag, and the V-Lock bend enhances hold for patterns that demand it. This 20-pack is designed to equip tiers with reliable hardware for a range of stream-side ideas.

Design and construction

Key design elements include a Bendback silhouette, a Straight Eye, a forged bend for strength, and a micro-barb for controlled hooksets. The V-Lock bend is engineered to hold the fly securely while preserving a generous gap for natural movement in the water.

Performance highlights

• Bendback design fosters natural tracking and weedless presentation
• Straight eye supports clean, dependable ties
• Forged bend provides strength under rugged retrieves
• Micro-barb reduces snag without compromising hold

Ideal patterns and uses

Designed with baitfish and shrimp patterns in mind, the XS435 BN5X helps lures achieve a lifelike profile while remaining weedless in snag-prone waters. The V-Lock bend is intended to deliver dependable holds without sacrificing pattern gap, supporting consistency across tying sessions.

• Suitable for baitfish-patterns to mimic small forage
• Effective with shrimp-patterns and crustacean mimics
• Weedless design aids securing your fly in dense cover
• V-Lock bend helps preserve pattern integrity during retrieves

What you get

Each pack includes 20 hooks, ready for tying a range of patterns with dependable performance on the water.