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Location: Central Pennsylvania | I was wondering whether there was one size that will fit most average applications, I have a mini medusa that needs new hooks, along with several other baits of different kinds. Along with that, what size split rings? Sorry if I seem unintelligent, I am far from even a intermediate level musky fisherman.
(I don't throw pounders or anything over about 10 inches) |
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Location: new richmond, wi. & isle, mn | There is no one size that fits all when it comes to hook size. Set yourself up with a Plano box with assortment of hooks from 2/0 to 8/0 and you'll be dangerous. |
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| I did what JC suggests. Local sport shop sells trebles you can buy one at a time if you wish. Got the right size Plano, bought a few of 4 or 5 sizes, put the box in the boat and if I run low, go back and pick up some more. Box and a decent assortment of hooks cost less than one mid range musky lure.
I bought a Plano that fits in the compartment of my Lund designed to hold them in slots and it is very convenient after you have cut a hook to pull out the box, replace the hook right then and there. Also put a few different split rings in the same box. |
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| the right hook is is probably the best answer. and agree with above setting up a kit with a few misc options is probably best
otherwise a 3/0 will work on just about anything.
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| If I were to have to use one hook for most applications it would be an owner st36 3/0. They are sticky sharp right out the package and are suitable for replacing hooks up to about 5/0. |
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Location: oswego, il | Depending on what baits you have you need to get 1/0 to 8/0. The larger sizes for big rubber but 1/0 for some smaller cranks and gliders. I even carry smaller hooks like size 1. Answers here will vary by region and type of Baits thrown. |
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Location: Land of the Musky | If I could only have ONE hook I would go with a 5/0 for my average musky bait. For pike maybe a 3/0 on those average baits. |
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| Hi Brendan,
All good answers, size of bait dictates size of hooks. It's becoming more popular to change factory hooks to 1 -2 size larger.
But if you only want one size, I believe a 5/0 would be it...just like James from Tackle Ind. said. As far as split ring size, again it depends on the bait/hook set up. I'd recommend a ring that is rated at 70 pounds as a minimum. Hooks and split rings are inexpensive so why not have a box set up with a variety? |
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Location: Stevens Point, Wi. | Or just borrow some from the dozens of unused baits you have in the boat. |
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Do-all size for replacing hooks?