Krebs Popper Jig is a precision tool for fly tying that lets you craft perfect popper bodies from foam cylinders in minutes. Designed by noted Midwest fly tyer Gary Krebs, these miter box-like jigs create consistent, action-driven poppers with a fastback silhouette.

Field tested around Beaver Island, MI with carp and large smallmouth, they earned a recommendation from Indigo Guide Service. The face of each body is precisely angled to produce dynamic action, and the fastback style yields a sleek, low-drag profile. You can vary body length or create diver patterns by reversing the face angle.

  • Two diameter sets (popper size options):
  • Saltwater/Bass Set — 1/2", 7/16", 3/8" diameter poppers
  • Bass/Panfish Set — 3/8", 5/16", 1/4" diameter poppers

See item TX021 for Foam Cylinders to pair with these jigs. RECOMMENDED HOOKS by diameter:

  • 1/4" — Mustad 3366, TMC 811S, Dai-Riki 930, Mustad 34007 size 8
  • 3/8" — Mustad 3366, TMC 811S, Dai-Riki 930, Mustad 34007 sizes 4-6
  • 5/16" — Mustad 3366, TMC 811S, Dai-Riki 930, Mustad 34007 sizes 2-4
  • 7/16" — Mustad 3366, TMC 811S, Dai-Riki 930, Mustad 34007 sizes 1-1/0
  • 1/2" — Mustad 3366, TMC 811S, Dai-Riki 930, Mustad 34007 sizes 1-0

Gary Krebs also shares tutorials on YouTube.

River Road Creations

Krebs Popper Jig

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