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Re: Replacing hooks on cranks [Re: Tall Hat] #12379888 08/10/17 02:17 AM
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I'm really liking the Fletcher Shryock kahle trebles. Very similar to the triple grips; but appear to be slightly bigger in the same size and feel sharper (also lower in price)



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Re: Replacing hooks on cranks [Re: Tall Hat] #12379900 08/10/17 02:24 AM
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Tallhat - I am a big fan of the Gamakatsu hooks. They are sharp, strong and seem to resist rust. Also think about rod and line you use. It's easy to pull the crankbait out of their mouth, so make sure the rod you use has a good tip on it. In general I try to use the biggest treble hook I can get away with, especially if fishing around grass. Not sure what size that Cordell you are using has on it, but probably a good size 4 would work, although size 6 are strong too. Also don't forget to change out the split rings, those will break sometimes.

Re: Replacing hooks on cranks [Re: CCTX] #12380217 08/10/17 12:55 PM
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Originally Posted By: collincountytx
I'm really liking the Fletcher Shryock khale trebles. Very similar to the triple grips; but appear to be slightly bigger in the same size and feel sharper (also lower in price)



I just bought a couple packs of these to try out.


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Re: Replacing hooks on cranks [Re: Tall Hat] #12380219 08/10/17 12:56 PM
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Thanks everyone for all the information.


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Re: Replacing hooks on cranks [Re: Tall Hat] #12380240 08/10/17 01:13 PM
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Originally Posted By: Tall Hat


I just bought a couple packs of these to try out.


Cool, I think you'll like them. They also feel stronger than the standard triple grips (less springy)

At the price they go for, they are worth trying.

They might be a little heavy for some lures (jerkbaits); but work well for crankbaits.


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Re: Replacing hooks on cranks [Re: aggieangler03] #12380321 08/10/17 02:24 PM
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Originally Posted By: aggieangler03
I like to change out to Mustad Triple Grips in red and go up a size but short shank. Seems to get hung less and I don't lose many. The rod makes a lot of difference in losing fish too.


I think a lot of guys seriously forget about the rod, hook set and drag settings. I rarely "set" the hook on a crank, just a strong sweep. If in "open" water, I don't get in a hurry and let the drag and rod do the work.
I learned the hard way a long time ago that too stiff of a rod and too much of a set cost me fish. I was getting a ton of bites on a crankbait but was only getting one in ten to the boat. My partner told me to quick setting like I was worm fishing and just sweep the rod - I concentrated on that and started putting fish in the boat. After that trip, I changed rods and it has been great ever since. I will still lose an occasional fish if they get up and get a big head shake but it's rare to lose a fish now.(I also change hooks if the stock ones are junk)
I'd listen to Thad, he is one of the top "local" crankbait gurus.

Re: Replacing hooks on cranks [Re: Tall Hat] #12380514 08/10/17 04:46 PM
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So far the FS hooks has worked great for me besides when using on a square bill you have to open up the front hook a little because it will hang up on the bill.

Re: Replacing hooks on cranks [Re: lipjerk] #12380650 08/10/17 06:25 PM
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Yup I replace mine with either triple grips or Stingers


I do the same. Triple grip if I am throwing it around timber and Stingers for every thing else for small and medium sized crank baits.

Re: Replacing hooks on cranks [Re: Tall Hat] #12380861 08/10/17 08:46 PM
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I prefer triple Grips on all SquareBills and CBs with bodies of a 1.5 or smaller. I as well like the VMC on my larger Cranks. I will also put a #2 on the back hook and #4 on the belly hook....

Re: Replacing hooks on cranks [Re: Tall Hat] #12380935 08/10/17 09:35 PM
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It's definitely worth it to upgrade your trebles! Triple Grips or Stingers, only way to go.


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Re: Replacing hooks on cranks [Re: Tall Hat] #12381142 08/11/17 12:27 AM
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Gamakatsu Aaron Martins treble hooks are the stickiest I've ever used.

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