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Author:
mikey5string
Date:
Jul 02, 2012
Subject:
Barbless?
Message:
Do you guys think barbs are necessary? I am a catch and release guy and barbs really slow down the release part as well as damaging the fish more.
I think that if youve got the fish hooked and keep pressure on the line, the barbs are unnecessary. The only thing that worries me is a basses tendency to jump and shake. This is where it can get some slack and throw the hooks.
Ive just pushed some barbs down so there is still a bump but not a point. I figure this will make it harder for the hook to come out but not grab the fishes flesh when pulled out.
Anyone fish barbless? Notice any big difference in landing ratio?
If I was fishing a tourney and every fish counted I would use barbs but just for fun Im thinking I could go without.
Author:
Protect Your Necks
Date:
Jul 02, 2012
Message:
I always turn down the barbs when I'm fishing with bait for trout. It is definately much easier to unhook them with no barbs. Also, I don't really seem to have a problem with losing fish when I fish with no barbs.
Author:
PECo
Date:
Jul 02, 2012
Message:
Hey, I'll try it. :D
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