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treble hook for crankbaits
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07/15/15 01:17 AM
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wburke2010
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My brother ordered me a few crankbaits but they do not come with hooks. How do I figure out what size hook that I will need for them?
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Walter
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Re: treble hook for crankbaits
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07/15/15 02:27 AM
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Bradshuflin aka hunter'sdad
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What crankbait is it? Size 4 are good on most baits, but your bigger deep divers take size 2. If they are small baits smaller than 1.5 square bills you need size 6.
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Re: treble hook for crankbaits
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07/15/15 02:54 AM
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wburke2010
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They are two to four inches long 3/8 weight. I don't remember exactly which ones he got me till they show up but I got three different bagley models.
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Walter
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Re: treble hook for crankbaits
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07/15/15 07:37 AM
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I bet you would be good with 4's but could possibly get away with 2's if they are short shanks
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Re: treble hook for crankbaits
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07/15/15 01:26 PM
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Bois d'arc
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It helps to understand how hooks can change a lures action and running depth. Here's a good article on the subject: Treble hook guide
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Re: treble hook for crankbaits
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07/15/15 11:31 PM
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Re: treble hook for crankbaits
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12/10/15 01:28 AM
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Bois d'arc
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