[jsullivan]

are u using conventional or spinning gear?


if ur using conv. its much easier to run a fish and set the hook
and if ur using circle hooks........just slow the spool with ur thumb (apply decent pressure) then engage the spool and raise the rod slowly to alow the fish to hook herself. #1 rule don' get excited when u get a hit get excited when u beach a fish ....u can trip over your own feet then if you want you still got a fish