OK - so I did a search and nothing very recent on this topic so I have to post...
What is your recommended swim bait hook?
I am using 4-6" basstrix/reaction strike type baits and wondering about a weighted hook vs a jighead for these (both with a large hook).
Also I really live the live magic shad by LFT any recommendations?
THANK YOU!
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Depending on the size of the bait anywhere from a 4/0 - 6/0 weighted EWG style hook...Falcon and Gamakatsu are a couple brands. As for weight it depends how deep you are looking to fish.
http://www.tacklewarehouse.com....html
I also fish the smaller 4" size on a jighead...either a 1/4 oz ball or darter head seems to do the trick for me.
For any of the hollow-bodied style swimbaits (Basstrix, Shadalicious, etc.), unless you absolutely need a 100% weedless presentation, I'd highly recommend the BladeRunner Tackle inserts:
If you can't find them locally, you can find them at most any of the major online tackle dealers. Great design and easy to use.
RR_20
Heres a link that has them
http://www.lurepartsonline.com
Mark
I like the look of those.
Do they tear up the top of the bait much at all?
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what are your thoughts on using a EWG vs a roundbend hook on a jighead for a hollowbelly swimbait?
What about for a solid swimbait like a lakefork Live magic shad?
obviously if I just go light weight for weedless I will do a weighted shank EWG hook with baitkeeper of someform on it.
I am just trying to decide/learn when to use a "texas rigged" hook vs a jighead if not in dense cover.
I know a show or two I have watched say that a weighted shank hook is best due to the "wobbling" action it gives the bait....and use a constant retrieve....
WHAT DO YOU GUYS THINK?
Where are the BIG ones? When are we going?
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I really like the Blade Runner style inserts. I cut a slit with a razor blade and then seal it up with Mend-It. Works great for bass and stripers.
NoCAL
2004TR-21X/2015 250 ProXS
2B112175
where is the best pricing you have found on the beasts?
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I like the hooks Lake Fork Tackle has, with the screw-lock on it. the bend is great to not let the bait "ball up" on the hook. 3-4" baits 3/0 , 5" 5/0 , 8" 7/0
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+1, that is my go to swimbait hook.
I just bought a bunch of 6.5" shadalicious baits and tried by 7/0 Gama EWG hook in them and barely enough clearance with no weight on hook. Also seems so short on reference to length of bait....trailer/stinger is only real option to fix that.
Do the LFT have a wider gap? Any great prices on the LFT or Beasts??????
Where are the BIG ones? When are we going?
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The LFTs have a huge bite. They are somewhat shorter than the same size Gama. If you have seen a Live Magic shad you would see it really needs a big bite to get through it but the area the hook goes through is kind of short. I like them like that because they go through the bait a little further forward in the meat of the bait. When you get a larger hook from other vendors they can end up down by the tail.
I will try a few LFT 10/0 and 8/0
Issue on these shalicious 6.5" is they are long baits and a 7/0 gama seems like it is only 1/3 way down the bait at most. Looks like fish would have to inhale the whole bait (BIG FISH) to get to the hook....
Where are the BIG ones? When are we going?
LOOKING for a Great deal on a Slightly used 20-21' Boat.
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Issue on these shalicious 6.5" is they are long baits and a 7/0 gama seems like it is only 1/3 way down the bait at most. Looks like fish would have to inhale the whole bait (BIG FISH) to get to the hook....</TD></TR></TABLE>
Not even. I'm sure a 2lb fish would not have an issue. That bait should be fine as it is hollow. I fish a 6" solid boot tail bait that it is a trick to get a hook through. You will be amazed how small of a bass will get that Shadilious.
Next time looking for swim baits look at the Berkley hollow-belly, they come with 3 baits and the hook is made for that bait or visa versa.... The newer ones have the harder plastic then the first batch, these are way more improved. After catching 2 Mudskippers (Bowfin) I tore one apart and it appears they took a 4" and dipped it in the good stuff, making another layer altogether
on the beast hooks i went to cabelast and they had a little sale ibough like 50 bucksworthof beast . gammies came out with some similar hooks buti still buy the owner twist lock things and put them on the gammies. good luck for 4 to 6 in baits i use 5/0 to 8/0 hooks never had any probs
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