Overview

The Umpqua Mini Hippie Stomper in Purple is a small-profile attractor dry fly that offers excellent floatation, visibility, and fish-catching power in a downsized package. Its deep purple foam body casts a strong silhouette on the surface, making it a top choice when you need a pattern that stands out in low light or slightly stained water. The color, paired with a high-contrast wing post and twitchy rubber legs, creates a flashy yet natural appearance that imitates a wide range of terrestrials such as beetles, ants, and small hoppers.

This mini version retains the Hippie Stomper's classic buoyant performance but delivers it in a more subtle size, making it perfect for small streams, technical tailwaters, or dry-dropper rigs where stealth is key. The addition of a white wing post not only enhances visibility for anglers but also aids in tracking delicate drifts over complex currents or tight pockets.

Whether you're targeting wary trout in clear creeks or prospecting riffles and seams, the Mini Hippie Stomper in Purple offers the balance of bold presence and subtle size needed to entice takes. It’s a proven pattern when you want to combine floatability with versatility in a visually dynamic profile.Read More +