To select the right hook is paramount to being able to catch your target fish. Therefore it’s something which should be adequately addressed. There are varieties of different types, sizes, and shapes of hooks out there, and it can be so confusing for anglers to choose the right one for them.
So the following article will help you to know which hook to use by addressing some items:
Circle Vs. “J” Hook
Different types of hook designs used for both live and dead bait fishing can be broken into two main types, namely Circle and “J” hooks.
The Circle hook’s point is relative to the hook shank whereby its point curves back in towards the shank which makes it appear circular.
On the other hand, “J” hook is parallel to its shank forming a “J.”
Pros and Cons of circle Hooks
Circle hooks are new, but they are more popular these days because anglers find their unique designs to be environmentally friendly, and at the same time effective at luring fish.
One disadvantage about these hooks is that they are not effective at hooking fish with fast baits/lures. That’s because you would need a lot of effort when sliding them into position.
Pros
- Environmentally friendly
- High hook and hold rate
- No hook set is needed
Cons
- Poor for fast baits/lures
- It has issues setting with larger baits
- Mistakes when setting the hooks
Pros and cons of “J” hooks
Pros
- It does excellent with fast moving baits: High percentage setting for fast moving baits.
- Available in a variety of sizes: Some tackle shops have more “J” hooks than Circle hooks.
- Works for all types of fishing: They have a basic design which makes it possible to use it in a variety of fishing types.
Cons
- Frequent gut hooking of fish: This happens when the fish swallows the hook before the angler sets it. It might not survive when released.
- The angler has to set the hook for them to have a high chance of catching the fish.
- The angler has to pay total attention: These hooks require being set by the angler, and they deeply hook the fish in the mouth. Therefore they need the fisherman to be highly attentive.
Important things to note
Once you have determined the type of hook you need, the critical step is to find the right size of the hook. Therefore, you need to look at the hook size from the manufacturers to choose the right one.
You would also need to match the size of the hook to that of the bait you will use.
Conclusion
There are a variety of different types of hooks out there and choosing the right one can be so confusing. But with the information in this article, I hope you will be able to select the right hook to use.
