circle hooks steelhead float fishing Mustad 39928NP-BN Octopus Inline Hook 7/0 Developed with input from Captains Rick Murphy and Jot Owens Owner SSW In-Line Circle Hooks

A hook that is too small may go unnoticed, which is great, but extra small hooks have a lower hooking and holding ability, and, they are more prone to bending or breaking

I may also use a smaller, lighter wire hook when fishing very clear water or fishing for spooked fish

For drift fishing techniques that dont use a float, see also my in-depth guides on the bottom bouncing rig best for riffles and medium runs and the back bouncing rig for deep, fast water

What is bobber doggin

My first experience with anglers being picky was shortly after I opened up my fishing tackle store, and guys were coming in looking for specific hooks