Hooks

[steve333]

How long would you be confident in using a pre tied rig for before disgarding/replacing the hook or after how many fish do you think the hook is still as effective as a new one?

[starbaits]

I allways check my rig and hook before/after I cast and catch. For damge and bluntness/sharpeness.

[neilscatchin]

Once because the hook'll never be as sharp even when resharpened,I check mine on every cast to ensure the point hasn't blunted and religously change after every fish.Most rig mechanics rely on the hook taking purchase in the mouth but with a blunt point it'll vastly reduce the effectiveness of the rig and you'll suffer hookpulls.

The make up of the bottom'll effect the sharpness especially gravel and believe it or not silt if left overnight for example.

[steve333]

Pretty much what i thought,i've always used my thumbnail to check hook points for sharpness,thanks for the replys

[rpwingnut]

I allways check my rig and hook before/after I cast and catch. For damge and bluntness/sharpeness.

 

I never check mine after I have cast cos I think swimming out will scare the fish

[stoogi]

I allways check my rig and hook before/after I cast and catch. For damge and bluntness/sharpeness.

 

I never check mine after I have cast cos I think swimming out will scare the fish

 

 

classic

[hopefull]

i give mine the thumbnail-test after each fish, as well as having a good look at the point to see if its turned over or blunted. If so, then change the rig, if not then whack it back out.

[starbaits]

I allways check my rig and hook before/after I cast and catch. For damge and bluntness/sharpeness.

 

I never check mine after I have cast cos I think swimming out will scare the fish

 

Before I cast and after I catch.

 

 

Nice joke though

[rpwingnut]

Why thank you I thought so

[salokcinnodrog]

I check the hookpoint (and eye) before I tie the rig, when I put it on the Mainline, when I cast out, when I reel in, and after every fish.

 

In other words there is no point in time that I'm worried about fishing with a blunt hook.