Gamakatsu G-Finesse Hybrid Worm Hook

[papajoe222]

I've been disappointed with the hook I've been using lately for tube fishing. It's a Gammy EWG worm hook and what I feel is the reason for my disappointment is the lack of bite with this hook. The hook point and line tie are in a direct line with each other. I switched from the Trokar EWG last year, not because I was unhappy with it, but because I like many of the other hooks Gamakatsu offers.

Anyway, I'm looking for a hook with more bite and ran across the G-Finesse Hybrid. Plenty of bite and if I'm not mistaken, it's a lighter wire hook which fits perfectly with fishing tubes.  Anyone use them for their tube fishing, or for trick worms?

[AlabamaSpothunter]

They disappointed me and find standard wire EWG Gamas to be the best.    I can't find a better hook than the Gama standard EWG one, tried lots.  

[rangerjockey]

I like them. I don't use it for tubes however. But for mag trick worms and french fry baits on a c-rig I've had good luck them.

Owner makes a specific hook for tubes , I cant remember the model number but I get them at BPS.

[Mobasser]

I've used the Gama G finesse hooks on small worms with good success. The ones Ive used are the Roboworm hooks with the plastic keeper on the hook shank.

[GetFishorDieTryin]

Been using a nybrid style hook the past couple years that I really like for light tackle, made by Decoy called a Dream Hook.  Its a light wire hook, thats like a needle.  I like using them for free rigs on calm days when I cant get too close to the fish without spooking them.  Even at distance all you need a reel set to get good penetration.  Had a 3lb fish get wrapped around a lilly root a few weeks ago.  Had to put a lot of pressure on it to get the fish out and I was sure the hook would straighten.  It wound up bending pretty good, but even a Gami EWG would have opened a little too.  If you like to throw free rigs or stick baits on spinning gear or even BFS a Dream hook is a good option IMO.

[Darth-Baiter]

I have a pack of the Decoy Dreams around somewhere. but not sure I could find them now.

 

I have been using the Ryugi, Infini hook and it is a good one.  word of caution, they seem to run smaller than usual.  like a 3/0 seems closer to a 2/0

[heavyduty]

Owner wide gap plus for tubes and meaty plastics

[FishTank]

22 hours ago, papajoe222 said:

I've been disappointed with the hook I've been using lately for tube fishing. It's a Gammy EWG worm hook and what I feel is the reason for my disappointment is the lack of bite with this hook. The hook point and line tie are in a direct line with each other. I switched from the Trokar EWG last year, not because I was unhappy with it, but because I like many of the other hooks Gamakatsu offers.

Anyway, I'm looking for a hook with more bite and ran across the G-Finesse Hybrid. Plenty of bite and if I'm not mistaken, it's a lighter wire hook which fits perfectly with fishing tubes.  Anyone use them for their tube fishing, or for trick worms?

 

I think a tube would be the last thing I would use this hook for. To me, it would be too thin despite it being sharp and coated and also the bend would be off. I like these for worms and few creature baits. The Trokar's you went to are pretty good on tubes but I still like the Owner Phantom Tube rigs the best. As far as a good general purpose hook goes, I like the Ryugi Infini. I order them from Japan for about $3 a pack. It's a great hook and you can't beat the price. 

[RRocket]

9 hours ago, GetFishorDieTryin said:

Been using a nybrid style hook the past couple years that I really like for light tackle, made by Decoy called a Dream Hook.  Its a light wire hook, thats like a needle.  I like using them for free rigs on calm days when I cant get too close to the fish without spooking them.  Even at distance all you need a reel set to get good penetration.  Had a 3lb fish get wrapped around a lilly root a few weeks ago.  Had to put a lot of pressure on it to get the fish out and I was sure the hook would straighten.  It wound up bending pretty good, but even a Gami EWG would have opened a little too.  If you like to throw free rigs or stick baits on spinning gear or even BFS a Dream hook is a good option IMO.

Great info. Have used some Decoy stuff and liked it.

 

Is this the hook? 

 

I'm currently using Ryugi Infini and it's real good.

9 hours ago, Darth-Baiter said:

I have a pack of the Decoy Dreams around somewhere. but not sure I could find them now.

 

I have been using the Ryugi, Infini hook and it is a good one.  word of caution, they seem to run smaller than usual.  like a 3/0 seems closer to a 2/0

I too am using the Infini. Really like it. I thought they were a bit smaller than expected. Thought it was just me! You confirm what I observed.

 

Even so, excellent hook and good value. Will be tough to knock these out of my rotation.

[GetFishorDieTryin]

1 hour ago, RRocket said:

Great info. Have used some Decoy stuff and liked it.

 

Is this the hook? 

 

I'm currently using Ryugi Infini and it's real good.

Yep, thats them.  I like every hook ive ever bought from Decoy.  I like the Ryugi Duo hooks.  When I fish traps in stump fields and lily roots late winter, I pull both trebles off and use 1 or 2 duo hooks depending on the cover.  If I do get snagged, I can just lean on the rod and the hooks will open enough to get the lipless back, instead of running the boat into the cover and blowing out the spot.

[greentrout]

I really like the Gamakatsu G Finesse Hybrid Worm hook. Senior basser looking for an advantage to hooksets with soft plastics including Trick worms. 

[Columbia Craw]

Tubes Texas get this

[rgasr63]

I must be the odd man out because I have found the Vmc ewg hooks give me the best results. I use the gammies for the superline hooks and the flipping hooks . The g-lock hook was a disappointment for me too.