Gill vs lip release---

[riverrat55]

I usually don't handle blues!!!
I will step on them and take the hook out!!!
I agree with clammer!!!
They are slimey b!@#rds, but fun to catch!!!

[fish4striper]

i love em too

[Stewie]

The behind the head grab works well, especially if you are standing waist deep in the water. Even the big ones seem to calm down when grabbed. They still give you that " I hate you and I'm going to try to bite off your hands" look.