doubke fishing hook closed shank HP Stainless Double – Hanapaa This very strong 2X extra heavy wire Classic Mustad saltwater double hook is designed for big hardlures Gamakatsu Double 22 Medium Shank

EP FLY-C&R-NYM-0031 Down Eye, 1X strong wire, 2X short length, Reversed bend, Forged, Black nickel finish

As the main disadvantage of the 7:1 ratio is that you have a lot less torque than you do on the lower gear ratios

In the past, choice tended to be quite limited, certainly in terms of hooks designed specifically for carp fishing and which were strong and sharp enough for that purpose, and whilst some of those patterns, such as the Wide Gape, are timeless classics, others are far more recent additions and reflect the changes in the types of carp rigs that tend to be popular these days, as well as hook technology improvements

When to Use: During spring, target shallow coves and grass edges