Hook types

"Steve W." wrote in message
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Since this newsgroup seems dead (unless my server is missing a LOT of
messages) I realize it's mostly a bass list as well. BUT I'm betting
that most folks fish for more than just bass.

How about a discussion on hook types and sizes used for various fish.
For instance when would you prefer a circle type hook for fishing and
when you would like an octopus or aberdeen or whatever.
Bait holder?

Sizes you prefer and what do you use them for. Yes I already know that
using a size 20 for lunker bass isn't going to work well, Or using a 5.0
for brook trout isn't a good idea...

Do you pre-snell or just tie on as needed.

Anyone use a specific rig most of the time, like a Texas rigged worm or
a Carolina or some other "lucky" tie.

For myself I have bare hooks in the box for just about anything, plus
snell holders with hooks from #6 up though #3.0 with maybe 5 of each
size all ready to go, but they are just snelled to the line no upper
loop in case I want to drop a weight or two or maybe a few beads or a
spinner.


The, "Let's pick a broad topic. Discuss." Approach never seemed to work in
this group even when it was more active. These guys either have strong
opinions about items or they are problem solvers, but, "what kinda hook do
you use for everything?" is right up there with, "What do you think about
chocolate covered manhole covers?"

I've got dozens of different hooks I use for different things. Some are
based on size, others on application and there might even be a few that for
different sizes I might have different type applications.