Fishing

United States
July 12, 2008 6:39pm CST
How do you know what type of fishing hook to use for what type of fish? And what type of bait do you use for which fish??
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@SwtJenlove (1090)
• United States
18 Jul 08
i would ask the same question so dont worry your not alone!!
• United States
21 Jul 08
You will base the hook size obviously on the size of the fishes mouth and the size of the lure. The size of the hook also effects the lures action. For example I use a offset #6 with a zoom brush hog very often and I am focusing on catching 2.5 lbs to large bass. If you are fishing for crappie or bluegill then of course you will have to use a different size hook for this application. More hooks the better. A single hook will dig in deep and grab ahold of the jaws but if not angled correct you can yank it right out when setting the hook. A treble hook is great for making sure the fish stays on. But the catch everything from leaves to trees to stumps. And they do not grab hold of the fishes mouth very deep.
• United States
18 Jul 08
That question would take a book to answer. Maybe you could be more specific as to which kind of fish you wish to catch.