Loon FBA_F0099 Fly Tying Materials Review
Our verdict
The Loon FBA_F0099 costs $19.91 and holds a 4.5-star average across 209 reviews, with a bought-last-month figure of 50+ signaling active, ongoing demand. That places it alongside the Hareline NB377 as one of only two products in this fly-tying material set with documented recent purchase volume, and its rating beats the NB377's 4.2 stars.
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Fly tyers who want a clear, natural material with an established buying pattern, evidenced by 209 reviews and a 50+ bought-last-month figure, and who are comfortable paying $19.91 for it.
Skip if
Skip it if $19.91 is too steep for your tying budget, since the Elk Hair covers a similar natural material for $3.95, or if you need a specific colored material rather than this clear option.
- Material Natural
- Weight 22.68 g
- Color CLEAR
- Pieces 1
- Priced 99% above the category median ($9.99 across 67 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.5/5
4.5 average across 209 owner ratings
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Popularity2.2/5
209 owner reviews, fewer than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other fishing gear and tackle we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
Picture needing a clear, natural fly-tying material that has already proven itself with steady monthly sales rather than gambling on an unproven product. The Loon FBA_F0099 fits that description: a natural-material pack in a clear color, weighing 22.68 grams, priced at $19.91, and carrying a documented bought-last-month figure of 50+.
At $19.91, it costs slightly more than the Hareline NB377's $18.06, and considerably more than the CDC28's $7.95 or the Elk Hair's $3.95, making it one of the pricier fly-tying materials in this broader comparison. Its listed specs are straightforward: natural material, clear color, 22.68 grams, and sold as a single unit, which points to a general-purpose base material rather than a pattern-specific one.
On review data, the Loon FBA_F0099 holds a 4.5-star average across 209 reviews, tying the Hareline Elk Hair's 4.5 stars and beating the NB377's 4.2 and the CDC28's 4.0. Its bought-last-month figure of 50+ matches the NB377 as the only two products across this set with documented recent purchase activity, a stronger demand signal than the 0+ figures reported for the Elk Hair, CDC28, and Fishing Fibers. For tyers who weigh both rating and demonstrated demand, that combination makes the Loon product a strong contender despite its higher $19.91 price.
Pros
- 4.5-star average across 209 reviews, matching the Hareline Elk Hair's top rating in this set
- Bought-last-month figure of 50+, one of only two products here with documented recent demand
- Natural material in a clear color for straightforward, general-purpose tying use
- 22.68-gram pack size, a substantial quantity for regular tying use
- Rating beats both the Hareline NB377's 4.2 stars and CDC28's 4.0 stars
Cons
- Priced at $19.91, the most expensive product across this broader comparison
- Review count of 209 trails the Hareline NB377's 550 by a wide margin
- No target species or technique listed, unlike the CDC28's cul de canard label
- Costs roughly five times more than the Hareline Elk Hair at $3.95
Specifications
| Material | Natural |
|---|---|
| Weight | 22.68 g |
| Color | CLEAR |
| Pieces | 1 |
Performance notes
At 22.68 grams, this Loon material offers a substantial quantity compared to the smaller ounce-scale packs from Hareline, though the two brands measure weight differently, making a direct gram-for-ounce comparison imprecise. Labeled as a natural material in a clear color, it reads as a general-purpose base rather than a shade matched to one specific fly pattern, similar in role to the Hareline NB377's white, unspecified-technique listing. The clear color suggests use as an underbody or overlay material that takes on the color of whatever is tied beneath it, a common role for natural materials in fly construction. At $19.91, the price sits close to the NB377's $18.06, and both products share the same 50+ bought-last-month figure, the only two in this comparison with that level of documented recent purchase activity, which points to consistent, ongoing use in tying rooms rather than a one-time or seasonal purchase.
What buyers say
The Loon FBA_F0099's 4.5-star average across 209 reviews matches the Hareline Elk Hair's top score and outpaces both the NB377's 4.2 stars and the CDC28's 4.0. What stands out most is the bought-last-month figure of 50+, shared only with the NB377 among the products in this broader comparison, while the Elk Hair, CDC28, and Fishing Fibers all report 0+. That pairing of a strong rating with a documented demand figure suggests this is not just well-liked in reviews but actively being repurchased on an ongoing basis. Its review count of 209 sits below the NB377's 550 but above the Elk Hair's 110 and the Fishing Fibers' 133, placing it solidly in the middle of the pack for review volume.
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Frequently asked questions
How does the Loon FBA_F0099 compare to Hareline fly-tying materials?
It costs $19.91, close to the Hareline NB377's $18.06 and above the CDC28's $7.95 and Elk Hair's $3.95. Its 4.5-star rating ties the Elk Hair and beats the NB377's 4.2 and the CDC28's 4.0, while its 50+ bought-last-month figure matches only the NB377 for documented recent demand.
What color is the Loon FBA_F0099 fly tying material?
It is listed in clear, made of natural material and weighing 22.68 grams per pack. The clear color and natural composition point to a general-purpose material rather than one matched to a specific fly pattern or color scheme.
Is the Loon FBA_F0099 a good seller?
Its bought-last-month figure of 50+ indicates ongoing demand, matched in this comparison only by the Hareline NB377. Combined with 209 reviews at a 4.5-star average, the data points to a product that is both well-rated and actively being repurchased rather than a slow mover.