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Insider Special: Pop 'N Fly Bundle (2pc)

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System Role | Microbait hatches, especially silversides and bay anchovies.

Cracking the code on "impossible to catch" albies and stripers sipping on micro bait. Combines topwater commotion with a perfectly matched finesse trailer The popper draws attention and incites aggression; the fly delivers the subtle, eat-me profile that these finicky fish are locked in on.

About the Popper:

The Hogy Classic Charter Grade Popper is a simple, easy-to-cast floating popper in low-contrast colors like translucent white (bone) or amber. It’s not flashy—it’s deliberate. The popper serves two jobs.

  • Casting Vessel: It delivers the trailing fly with precision and distance, even in wind.
  • Noise Attractor: It throws just enough splash to pull fish up without spooking them.
  • Unique Edge: Heavier than the Micro Chug, making it better for casting in wind or reaching deeper fish—especially when paired with a teaser.
About the Fly:

The Hogy Protail Fly is built with Hogy’s proprietary blend of Protail plastic—a durable, supple material that holds its shape and flash even after repeated strikes.

  • Weighted Balance: Internally weighted to maintain posture and hang time in the water column.
  • Subtle Flicker: Adds a natural, erratic pulse as it suspends about 18" behind the popper, mimicking a wounded baitfish.
  • Strike Zone Presence: Hangs perfectly during the pause, staying in the strike window longer than fast-sinking alternatives.

Model
Insider Special: Pop 'N Fly Bundle (2pc)
Technique
["Casting"]
Rigging
Protail Softbait Fly
Weight
3/4oz
Depth
["Surface"]
Materials
HD ABS Plastic
Model
Insider Special: Pop 'N Fly Bundle (2pc)
Technique
["Casting"]
Rigging
Protail Softbait Fly
Weight
3/4oz
Depth
["Surface"]
Materials
HD ABS Plastic

Reviews

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 years ago
    Game Changer

    I think we all fish for False Albacore because of the many challenges we face each year when they show up trying to figure out what will work in order to hook up with one. We all learn pretty quickly the high percentage spots the Albies will be but it’s what to use to make your chances of getting an Albie to take what your throwing greater.

    This year, they’d be up and down petty quick chasing anchovies. Barely enough time to get a couple of casts off. It can be frustrating but also a fun challenge.

    At night, they is a lot of reading and watching videos preparing for the next trip. When I saw the video on the pop n fly, I felt this was a high percentage combination for the quick Albie blitzes.

    Coming from a fly fishing background it’s very similar to the hopper/dropper combination.

    The first day I used the pop n fly it worked like a charm. The clear popper grabs the attention of the Albie and the trailing PROTAIL FLY was the most visible and what the Albie went after. Almost an instant hookup. The pop n fly also works great blind casting in between the blitzes.

    The pop n fly is a must have as part as your False Albacore tackle. It’s also great for Stripers, Blues and Bonito.

    KO
    Kevin O.
    Flag of United States
    Verified Buyer
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 years ago
    The protails were the game changer. They did their job especially when the Albies were being finicky!

    Just returned from a five-day Albie fishing trip to Watch Hill, RI and Montauk, NY. On this trip I tried your Pop n’ Fly technique for the first time. The results were unbelievable. I actually lost count of the number of Albies I caught during the trip. I also landed a Bonito, 31in Striped Bass and a Bluefish with the Pop n’ Fly to complete my first grand slam.

    KO
    Kevin O.
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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 minutes ago
    Green Bonito

    Used the epoxy flies trailing from the hogy popper. Caught a lot of Bonito. Love these lures.

    PB
    Patrick B.
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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 month ago
    5 Stars

    works great

    F
    Frank
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 year ago
    Look Great

    Can't wait to try them shorlty.

    NH
    Neil H.
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