Trap hooks... - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

PapaDave · 05-08-2014, 10:51 AM

I have never really used these when fishing but I think I will try them out. The only real question I have is where do you put the trap hook on the bait to keep it alive the longest?

YakDout · 05-08-2014, 11:01 AM

When I fish trap hooks, I hook the treble in the same spot as when I butt hook a sardine or mackerel.

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jorluivil · 05-08-2014, 11:01 AM

I usually stick it right behind the dorsal, right in the meat of the bait.

StinkyMatt · 05-08-2014, 11:07 AM

When evaluating the validity of internet information please consider the source.

Anyone can tell you how to hook a bait.........some people's advice may merit more consideration..

PapaDave · 05-08-2014, 11:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by StinkyMatt

When evaluating the validity of internet information please consider the source.

Anyone can tell you how to hook a bait.........some people's advice may merit more consideration..

Matt, you are absolutely correct, that's why I asked here. You guys are THE experts...

William Novotny · 05-08-2014, 12:35 PM

I nose hook the bait and my trap hook tag is a little on the long side and I half wrap the tag end around the body and hook my trap hook just behind the anal opening.

wiredantz · 05-08-2014, 12:42 PM

The experts: I wonder

WildernessWanker · 05-08-2014, 10:26 PM

Chovies don't hold up well with one hook in them, guaranteed failure with 2. Too much hardware for those little guys. Just my $0.02

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YakDout · 05-09-2014, 04:54 AM

I only use owner mutu light circles for Choves. Reason being is well, they're light. I think any heavier of a hook, and you just put an anchor on your bait.

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GregAndrew · 05-09-2014, 07:35 AM

I usually rig my setups the night before and set them for the size bait I expect to catch/buy. I use 2 single wire type hooks. The trap I also like to keep tight enough that it keeps the hook pointed forward. And set the length to generally be just behind the anus. If you hook the nose hook from side to side, you might also want to try hooking the trap in the opposite direction.

ghotion · 05-09-2014, 10:55 AM

Is that it at about the 4:15 mark of Mr. Andrew's "Tommy does Scuba" vid?

05-08-2014, 10:51 AM	#1
PapaDave Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Menifee, CA Posts: 1,474	Trap hooks... I have never really used these when fishing but I think I will try them out. The only real question I have is where do you put the trap hook on the bait to keep it alive the longest? __________________ So long and thanks for all the fish...

05-08-2014, 11:01 AM	#3
jorluivil Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 6,856	I usually stick it right behind the dorsal, right in the meat of the bait. __________________ www.facebook.com/Teamsewer

05-08-2014, 12:35 PM	#6
William Novotny The carpetbagger Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: tha newps Posts: 1,474	I nose hook the bait and my trap hook tag is a little on the long side and I half wrap the tag end around the body and hook my trap hook just behind the anal opening. __________________ "The charm of fishing is that it is the pursuit of what is elusive but attainable, a perpetual series of occasions for hope." http://www.badinfluencetattoo.com/gallery.php?artist=21

05-08-2014, 12:42 PM	#7
wiredantz Currently @ MLO Territory Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Under the Shadow Posts: 2,290	The experts: I wonder __________________ Team: Disbanded You only have one chance in this life...make the right decision(s)...so you don't regret it

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05-08-2014, 11:01 AM	#2
YakDout Brandon Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: San Diego Posts: 2,345	When I fish trap hooks, I hook the treble in the same spot as when I butt hook a sardine or mackerel. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

05-08-2014, 11:07 AM	#4
StinkyMatt Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Under a bridge Posts: 2,169	When evaluating the validity of internet information please consider the source. Anyone can tell you how to hook a bait.........some people's advice may merit more consideration..

05-08-2014, 10:26 PM	#8
WildernessWanker WildernessWanker Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Lancaster, CA Posts: 345	Chovies don't hold up well with one hook in them, guaranteed failure with 2. Too much hardware for those little guys. Just my $0.02 Sent from my SPH-L520 using Tapatalk

05-09-2014, 04:54 AM	#9
YakDout Brandon Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: San Diego Posts: 2,345	I only use owner mutu light circles for Choves. Reason being is well, they're light. I think any heavier of a hook, and you just put an anchor on your bait. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

05-09-2014, 07:35 AM	#10
GregAndrew Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 2,384	I usually rig my setups the night before and set them for the size bait I expect to catch/buy. I use 2 single wire type hooks. The trap I also like to keep tight enough that it keeps the hook pointed forward. And set the length to generally be just behind the anus. If you hook the nose hook from side to side, you might also want to try hooking the trap in the opposite direction.

05-09-2014, 10:55 AM	#11
ghotion Junior Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 12	Is that it at about the 4:15 mark of Mr. Andrew's "Tommy does Scuba" vid?