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[Tarpon4me]

Bush hooking is very effective for catfish. I've never seen chain used, but I use to tie bush hooks back in the day using nylon cord. I always tied the cord to a nice, springy limb so when the cat tried to take off, the limb gives enough to keep the fish on the line. You'll know when A big cat is hooked, because he will raise hell, pulling the limb into the water, shaking it, making all sorts of racket. I usually tied bush hooks at night along the bank, as big flat heads usually move to the shallows at night to prey on small fish like bream and perch.

I hope this answers your question!
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