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If you snip the hook in half with side cutters you leave nothing to chance . Shank just slides out . Sorted

I thought the same yonny. ... could use a shorter choddy though. I suppose can't really make a definitive comment on it unless I try it ...may do one day just out of interest, who knows

Not convinced fella. For that to fish effectively you'd need a relatively clean bottom, in which case I'd want my hook bait much closer to the deck. That said, it might be handy for single hookbait fishing in winter.

I strongly disagree bud. IMO it is far more precise using your hands. When using forceps the slightest movement of the hand can result in significant movement of the forcep tips, which in turn means significant movement of the embedded hook. I only use them when I'm struggling by hand.

Flat or grippers if fishing on a slope. Pear( dumpy or long ) for distance. Square or dumpy are good for giving maximum weight on the lift. I don't think the actual rig dictates what lead shape or type is needed ,but where the rig is used definitely should be considered with shape and type. Distance, you cant beat heli set ups. Indication ,running rigs win all week long. leadclips???............they're great for ease of switching leads till you find the one that works for you..(and setting hooks and snag work) Inlines, semi fixed , free running and drop off are all rounders, great for bag work, but can cause problems on some bottoms as the swivel can get damaged if not a bag.