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Old 09-20-2000, 03:10 PM   #4
JohnR
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RE:RI

Jenn, many people run the hook in through the mouth and out an eye socket but I can't believe this is good for the eel. From what I have seen and what I have done (and I've tried through the eye), running the hook down the throat, and through the bottom is definitely the way to go... with the hook on the bottom, you have a small increase in snagging but I really feel that the eel looks more natural and will live longer. I won't even mention about missing the eye and drilling a hole through the poor guy's brain... Also what size hooks are you using. I use a 5/0-6/0 Mustad, frequently sharpened... You also may wish to cast a little lighter than how you may cast with a plug or weighted baits. Eeels don't cast very far under any cirumstances...


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