fishpond Tacky Day Pack Fly Fishing Fly Box
- Fly Box
- 3 pounds
- Recycled polycarbonate
- 1
A well regarded slim fly box for anglers who want silicone hold organization over foam, sized for a day's outing rather than a full arsenal.
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How it ranks among the 15 fly boxes we track
4.7★ across 341 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
341 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
50+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
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Overview
A single sided fly box built to hold up to 180 flies using fishpond's silicone anchoring system instead of foam, closed with a latchless magnetic lid and made from recycled polycarbonate.
The silicone strips replace the usual foam slits, which is the main reason anglers reach for a Tacky box, flies grip by their hook point rather than getting jammed into foam that eventually tears. Single sided storage keeps it thin enough for a shirt pocket or small day pack rather than a full boat box.
- Holds up to 180 flies
- Patented silicone anchoring system
- Latchless magnetic closure
- Recycled polycarbonate shell
Who it's for
Fits an angler who wants a slim, pocket sized box for a day's fly selection rather than a full boat box for a season's tying output. Less useful if you need double sided storage for a large fly collection in one box.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Silicone anchoring holds flies by the hook rather than foam
- Magnetic latchless closure
- Recycled polycarbonate construction
- Slim enough for a shirt pocket or small pack
- Single sided design limits total capacity compared to double sided boxes
Performance notes
The bi-directional silicone slits anchor flies by the hook point from either side of the row, a design fishpond states is patented, and the magnetic closure holds the lid shut without a latch to fumble with cold or wet hands.
Specifications
| Brand | fishpond |
|---|---|
| Model | FBA-16-TDPFB |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Maximum Weight Recommendation | 3 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 3.1 × 0.7 × 5 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Recycled polycarbonate |
| Color | Blue |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Other details | |
| Number of Compartments | 1 |
| Water Resistance Level | Water Repellent |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in fly boxes.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| fishpond Tacky Day Pack Fly Fishing Fly BoxThis product | 4.7 / 5 | 341 | 4.1 / 5 |
| Gonex Fly Boxes for Fly Fishing Jig Boxes Two-Sided Waterproof Lightweight Fly Fishing…Gonex | 4.7 / 5 | 1,900 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Dr.Fish Fly Fishing BoxDr.Fish | 4.7 / 5 | 617 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Alichino small fly box for fly files ice jig box fly box for fly fishingAlichino | 4.7 / 5 | 594 | 4.2 / 5 |
| SF Small Magnetic Fly Box Slim Floatable for Fly Fishing Super Thin Fishing Boxes Clear…SF | 4.6 / 5 | 471 | 4.1 / 5 |
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Questions about the fishpond FBA-16-TDPFB
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
How many flies does the Tacky Day Pack hold?
Up to 180, using fishpond's silicone anchoring rows rather than foam slits.
Is it single or double sided?
Single sided, which keeps it slim for a pocket or small day pack rather than a full boat box.
How does the lid stay closed?
A magnetic latchless closure holds it shut without a mechanical latch.