06-20-2019, 02:44 PM
I'm also a believer in circle hooks. I use 6/0 and 8/0 hooks. Lots of good advice above, especially on letting the rod load and resisting the urge to set the hook. The hook will do its job. If the fish are dropping the bait, it is more likely the size of the fish rather than a problem with the hook. A 29"+ fish will easily grab, gulp and go, hooking itself when it pulls away.
With bobbers, I have just started reeling when the bobber goes down, and let the rod load that way. It usually pulls it right to the corner of the mouth.
Some fish are pigs and have the bait swallowed so fast that even circle hooks catch the stomach on occasion.
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With bobbers, I have just started reeling when the bobber goes down, and let the rod load that way. It usually pulls it right to the corner of the mouth.
Some fish are pigs and have the bait swallowed so fast that even circle hooks catch the stomach on occasion.
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