Pier Fishing for Great Lakes Pacific Salmon

[MichaelAngelo]

(08-11-2013 01:40 PM)OldTimer Wrote:  

(08-11-2013 10:32 AM)MichaelAngelo Wrote:  Now this would make for a good discussion. What are your thoughts OT? Trebles hook more fish but singles keep more fish?

When casting ......IMO... Yes.

When trolling or downrigging - singles have the edge. But this may be due to the non stop movement of the boat which reduces the chances of slack line, and assists in initial hook sets. Plus when downrigging the "cocked" rod release also helps drive big siwash hooks home.

However trebles can really tear up a big fishes mouth through a long battle and the ensuing removal.... if you plan to release.

OT

Are you saying that when casting there's more of a chance for slack line?