The right hook for every situation can be really confusing! Today Tim is explaining the differences between hooks and what each style is used for. He covers beginner basics, like the name of different parts of a hook, then gets into advanced details with specific hook type and size recommendations for specific baits. Whether you’re just learning to fish, or you want to take your bass fishing to the next level, this is for you!

It’s shocking how many anglers don’t understand the differences between hooks. They use hooks that cost them fish every day, and never realize the issue. The hook point angle on a treble hook can be the difference between landing all your fish, and losing all your fish. The difference between a light wire dropshot hook and a standard hook might mean snagging bottom all day or catching fish without problems. These subtle details have huge impacts on your fishing success!

Below you’ll find links to all of Tim’s favorite hooks, with an explanation of what each hook is for. He’s also included his favorite sizes where applicable. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

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*WORM HOOKS…*
•Gamakatsu Offset Worm Hook: https://bit.ly/3BVoabb
Size: 4/0 for 5″ Stick Bait

•Gamakatsu EWG Hook: https://bit.ly/2d07gvp
Favorite Size: 2/0 – 4/0
(All around for most soft plastics)

•Gamakatsu Superline EWG Hook: https://bit.ly/3AmFDnK
Favorite Size: 3/0 – 4/0
(Big Creatures, Soft Jerkbaits)

•Owner Haymaker Hook: https://bit.ly/3Muie8j
Favorite Size: 3/0 – 4/0
(Flipping Cover With Large Creatures)

•Owner Jungle Flippin HD Straight Shank: https://bit.ly/3NZpvzp
Favorite Size: 3/0 – 4/0
(Punching Heavy Cover With Creatures And Craws)

*WACKY RIGGING HOOKS…*
•Gamakatsu Finesse Wide Gap: https://bit.ly/2aKGmHM
Favorite Sizes: 1/0
(Wacky Rigged Worms and Stick Baits)

•Owner Sniper Finesse Weedless: https://bit.ly/2zXirRH
Favorite Sizes: 1/0
(Weedless Wacky For Stick Baits)

•Gamakatsu G Finesse: https://bit.ly/3JJ0NCM
Favorite Sizes: 1 or 1/0
(Neko Rigging Straight Worms)

*DROPSHOT HOOKS…*
•Owner Mosquito Light: https://bit.ly/2zQVKx3
Favorite Sizes: 4, 2, 1
(Small nose hooked worms in clear water)

•BKK Armorpoint Dropshot: https://bit.ly/4jveyoy
Favorite Size: 2 or 1
(All Around For Most Worms)

•VMC Redline Drop Shot: https://bit.ly/3K4VpbR
Favorite Size: 1 or 1/0
(Targeting Larger Bass with nose hooked worms)

•Owner Cover Shot HD Straight Shank: https://bit.ly/36Gunbf
Favorite Size: 2/0
(5-7″ Straight worms, weedless texas rigged dropshot

*JIG HEADS…*
Traditional Ned– BKK Silent Chaser: https://bit.ly/3ZvTJ2g
Favorite Size: 1/16 oz, 1/0 Hook

Weedless Ned– Zman Nedlockz EWG: https://bit.ly/3OWdp9W
Favorite Size: 1/10 oz

Shaky Head– Dirty Jigs Canterbury: https://bit.ly/2aFOs0V
Favorite Size: 3/16 oz

Standard Football– Owner Ultra Football Head: https://bit.ly/2t1bY4y
Favorite Size: 3/8 oz

Small Football– VMC Finesse Football: https://bit.ly/3CZ1cQK
Favorite Size: 1/4 oz

*ROUND BEND TREBLES…* (Topwater and Jerkbaits)
Standard– Owner ST–36: https://bit.ly/2cWpeyw
Favorite Size: 2 or 4

Heavy Wire– Owner ST–56: https://bit.ly/2cVg7xW
Favorite Size: 2 or 4

*EWG TREBLES…* (Lipless Cranks)
Standard EWG: Gamakatsu EWG: https://bit.ly/2DCOlmV
Favorite Size: 4 or 6

Heavy Wire EWG– BKK Spear EWG 71 SS: https://bit.ly/3PiUjM7
Favorite Size: 4 or 6

*SPECIALTY TREBLES…*
Short Shank– VMC Short Shank: https://bit.ly/4ptcBKN
Favorite Size: 2 or 3
(Topwater Walking Baits)

Crankbait– Owner ST–35: https://bit.ly/2g8uCMj
Favorite Size: 2
(Deep Diving Crankbaits)

Jerkbaits– Gamakatsu G Finesse: https://bit.ly/2dWWAut
Vision 110: Size 5
(jerkbaits)

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We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to apparel and merch! See it here…

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*MAJOR EQUIPMENT WE USE DAILY… *
Trolling Motor– Minn Kota Ultrex Quest: https://bit.ly/41RErpY
Electronics– Humminbird Apex 13: https://bit.ly/3pdaK1q
Anchors– Minn Kota Raptors: https://bit.ly/3iMUrEJ
Favorite sunglasses: https://bit.ly/3cLH0kl
Favorite Pliers: https://bit.ly/3xJFwTu
Favorite Rod Cover: https://bit.ly/3UewJEx
Favorite Braid Cutters: https://bit.ly/35KSp3O
Favorite Hard Storage Box: https://bit.ly/2t3uHMR
Favorite Soft Tackle Storage: https://bit.ly/3TnKHl7
Favorite Net: https://bit.ly/3kdZ3kA

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In this episode, Marlin and Colt are back on the bank chasing big wild winter steelhead on a river we haven’t fished much before. After coming off very high water, the river finally dropped into shape, and we knew it was time to get after it.
We’re covering water and switching up presentations, throwing worms, beads, jigs, and spoons in hopes of connecting with some fresh chrome. With changing conditions and unfamiliar water, every cast counts and when it comes together, it makes for an awesome day on the river.

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2024/2025 National Walleye Tour Champion Tom Huynh shares his expertise on forward-facing sonar (FFS) and explains why he loves his Vexus DVX22 for tournaments on big, rough water. Tom breaks down essential FFS techniques, from optimal settings and boat control to interpreting signals and spotting walleye effectively in challenging conditions. He also highlights what sets Vexus apart, including the rock-solid hull that handles waves with confidence, the massive front deck for chasing fish with plenty of room to move, and the metal-framed windshield that provides protection and peace of mind. A major focus is the innovative patented Intensive Care™ Livewell System, which features recirculating aeration with an Oxygenator, clear cull-view lids, a slosh-free pressure-filled mode for rough rides, and overall design that keeps your catch healthier than ever—even in tough waves—making it a true step forward in fish conservation.

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Jump in the boat with Tactical Family member and good friend, Adam Hinkle! Today he’s in Yuma, Arizona on the Lower Colorado River, chasing bass in the desert. From micro baits, to crankbaits and jerkbaits, even the big glide bait, Adam does what it takes to put fish the boat!

We all face tough conditions and there is a lot that can be learned watching someone grind through less than ideal conditions. Few anglers would think to fish a 3″ Sakamata Shad weightless, then turn around and throw a glide at the same fish. Adam is a well rounded angler that is very familiar with tough fishing conditions, growing up on the pressured lakes of Southern California.

Below you’ll find links to all the baits and gear Adam used to catch his fish. We’ve included specific colors, rigging components, as well as the closest available rods to the custom models Adam builds for himself. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

*SOFT JERKBAIT…*
•Deps 3″ Sakamata Shad: https://bit.ly/3QMt9yd
Color: Electric Shad
•Owner Haymaker: https://bit.ly/3Muie8j
Size: 2/0

*CRANKBAIT…*
•Rapala DT–8 Crankbait: https://bit.ly/40JmoBQ
Color: Rusty

*JERKBAIT…*
•Lucky Craft Slender Pointer 97MR: https://bit.ly/4a5FV68
Colors: NC Shell, Ghost Minnow

*GLIDE BAIT…*
•Gancraft Jointed Claw 178: https://bit.ly/2d5l48K
Favorite Colors: Waka Ayu, Clearlake Hitch

*SAKAMATA ROD…*
Rod– Megabass 7’4″ Enforcer: https://bit.ly/2XkVoej
Reel– Daiwa Tatula MQ LT 2500: https://bit.ly/3IWhxbv
Line– Cortland Master Braid (5 lb): https://bit.ly/3Mt1iVf
Leader– Seaguar Gold Label (10 lb): https://bit.ly/3UqrUbi

*CRANKBAIT COMBO…*
Rod– G Loomis IMX Pro 906 CBR: https://bit.ly/2FQj6CZ
Reel– Metanium MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2n8DghB
Line– Seaguar InvizX (12 lb): https://bit.ly/2oVsG2Y

*JERKBAIT COMBO…*
Rod– Megabass Levante Jerkbait Special: https://bit.ly/2OSVNwH
Reel– Shimano SLX DC (XG): https://bit.ly/2LWzw2Q
Line– Seaguar InvizX (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2oVsG2Y

*GLIDE BAIT COMBO…*
Rod– Megabass Levante 7’5″ EMTF: https://bit.ly/2OSVNwH
Model: Extreme Mission Type F
Reel– Shimano Curado 200M (XG): https://bit.ly/2tHewEh
Line– Seaguar Red Label (20 lb): https://bit.ly/2LOVEwA

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*MAJOR EQUIPMENT WE USE DAILY… *

Boat– Skeeter FXR 21: https://bit.ly/43GvGQh
Motor– Yamaha VMAX SHO 250 HP: https://bit.ly/3xolFv0
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*FAVORITE TOOLS AND GEAR…* 

Favorite sunglasses: https://bit.ly/3cLH0kl
Favorite Pliers: https://bit.ly/3xJFwTu
Favorite Rod Cover: https://bit.ly/3UewJEx
Favorite life jacket: http://bit.ly/2odXXIP
Favorite Scale: http://bit.ly/2f7QgQ9
Favorite Lure Retriever: http://bit.ly/2TLTJc6
Favorite Braid Cutters: https://bit.ly/35KSp3O
Favorite Split Ring Pliers: http://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0
Favorite Hard Storage Box: https://bit.ly/2t3uHMR
Favorite Soft Tackle Storage: https://bit.ly/3TnKHl7
Favorite Net: https://bit.ly/3kdZ3kA
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