One for the beginners..

ryyjames · Nov 28, 2013

We were all beginners once upon a time and I remember distinctly that one of the most confusing things was choosing a hook. With so many choices available and different advice from everyone you meet, it makes a simple decision turn into a complex one. Because of this, I just thought I'd make my first post a helpful one

Here's a good beginners guide to use for fishing hooks - Fishing Hook Guide |Ocean Tackle Store

Hope this helps

Cheers

slaphead · Nov 28, 2013

I didn't realise there were so many different ones.

nicepix · Nov 28, 2013

What is the best hook to put Spam on?

barbelboi · Nov 28, 2013

This one............?

Python Hook

tiinker · Nov 28, 2013

nicepix said:
What is the best hook to put Spam on?

A bloody great big one.

nigelees · Nov 29, 2013

I'm a newbie too and the link is useful if a little daunting - I too didn't realize there were so many hooks available!!

symonh2000 · Nov 29, 2013

I tend to stick to a few favorites.

sam vimes · Nov 29, 2013

nigelees said:
I'm a newbie too and the link is useful if a little daunting - I too didn't realize there were so many hooks available!!

Unless you are sea fishing, I wouldn't worry unduly about the majority of the hook types in the link. Some of the basics (gapes, points, shanks etc) are equally applicable to coarse fishing, most of the patterns are not.

slaphead · Nov 29, 2013

I find that if the points are too sharp, I get them stuck in weed, leaves,
twigs and branches. Not to mention my clothes and/or fingers.

mg:

One day, I might hook a fish with them.

One for the beginners..

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