Umpqua Feather Merchants: Umpqua Signature Tyer Garrison Doctor created this super detailed, super heavy stonefly nymph. You may have seen this material on some saltwater crabs patterns but this material is great in freshwater as well! This unique material usage on the Flexy Stone creates a realistic profile with great wing case definition, differentiating it […]
Umpqua Feather Merchants: When Lance Egan hits the river he does not do it lightly, he dedicates his full attention to the water and the fish he is after. With that comes the demand for a pack that will allow him to perform to the best of his ability. Lance chooses the SWIFTLINK™ Overlook Chest […]
Umpqua Feather Merchants: Previously we sat down with Norman at Umpqua Headquarters to tie a few of his new Signature Patterns, the Fash Fav and the May ICU. Find those videos here: Fladsh Fav – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZuqVBWkfJWQ. May ICU – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=foYC5g9MLgQ. To complete the story on these flies we decided to hit the water with Norm […]
Umpqua Feather Merchants: Norman Maktima is an Umpqua Signature Tyer, former member of the US Men’s Fly Fishing team and the current coach of the Women’s US team. Norm works at Los Pinos Fly Shop and guides part time on the San Juan river. Growing up in Pecos, New Mexico, Norm picked up fly fishing […]
Umpqua Feather Merchants: Norman Maktima is an Umpqua Signature Tyer, former member of the US Men’s Fly Fishing team and the current coach of the Women’s US team. Norm works at Los Pinos Fly Shop and guides part time on the San Juan river. Growing up in Pecos, New Mexico, Norm picked up fly fishing […]
SWIFTLINK™ is built to match the way anglers fish – efficiently, stylish, and without compromise. Born from five generations of Umpqua pack innovation, SWIFTLINK™ is our most purpose-driven carry system to date. With built-in LINK™ magnetic ports, dialled storage layouts, and a range of carry styles, these packs give anglers total control and limitless customisation […]
Umpqua Signature Tyer Garrison Doctor gives us this take on a jigged streamer. Garrison chases fish all across the globe and when it comes to trout, bass and more, the Gamebird can get it done from Iceland to Chile and beyond! Materials list: Hook: XC400BL size 8 Bead: 4.6mm Slotted Tungsten, Gold Tail: […]
Matt Winkler is an Umpqua Signature Tyer, our resident fly expert, and assistant product developer. Matt is well known for having a full tank of knowledge when it comes to fly fishing in still waters. His catalogue of flies with us are designed to be incredibly effective in these bodies of water and we are […]
Our resident fly expert, Matt Winkler, walks us through the design of every single one of our new fly patterns for 2026. Dry Flies, Nymphs, Streamers, and Saltwater flies, from names like Craig Mathews, Charlie Craven, Greg Garcia, Drew Chicone, and many more. There is something for every type of angler in our newest collection. […]
Learn more about these new patterns at umpqua.com and look out for their arrivals at a fly bin near you! #shorts #flyfishing #flytying
