Ewg Vs Straight Shank For Flipping

[OntarioBassAnlger]

I know that flipping hooks (like the tk130) are used the most for punching weed mats. I was wondering what the pros and cons for using a flipping hook for just all around flipping/pitching would be. I'm talking light-heavy weeds and some timber. I use EWG right now, and they work fine, just wondering if I should switch to the straight shank? Thanks a lot!

[gr8outdoorz]

You can use either and be just fine. I personally use a straight shank flippin hook for T-rigs because I like to use a Snell knot so when I set the hook, the weight puts pressure on the hook eye and forces it up & out to increase hook-ups. I used EWG's for years and did just fine so use what you have or are comfortable with.

 

Good luck!

[BobP]

Many pros have moved to straight shank heavy duty hooks for flipping and pitching in heavy cover, tied with a snell knot.  On hook set, the snell knot makes the hook cam upwards to help hook the fish.  The snell is also a little more protective of the knot.  But if you are getting good results with an offset EWG hook there's really no reason to change unless it's just to experiment.

[War Eagle 44]

I agree 100% with what has already been said, no need to change something that's working for you just for the sake of change. I will kind of complicate things a little though, I think I get a better hookup percentage using an offset round bend hook than I do with either an EWG or a snelled straight shank. This is just my personal preference so it certainly isn't "written in stone" or anything. I know you didn't ask about this style of hook but I get by far the best hookup percentage using Owner Twistlock flipping hooks.

[Bluebasser86]

I tried to change to a straight shank and missed almost ever bite I got. Obviously it works for some but not for me. Don't know why I changed, I've never had a problem hooking up with a EWG hook and didn't have any problems after I switched back.