Reds hooks vrs Normal color

[bass2187]

What kind of situation would you rather use a red colored hook vrs a normal colored hook?

thanks,

Mike

[BassChaser57]

First of all they would have to be used shallow in stained to clear water as the color red is the first to go dark in the water. I use them in just that situation. Relativly shallow in stained to clear water. I prefer the red hooks when in these circumstances. 8-)

[eyedabassman]

For me I don't put too much into red hooks.I would think alittle red on my bait would be better than having red hooks! Just my two cents worth. : :-?

[CrazedL.IFisherman]

If i can i always purchase red hooks by gammy unless the tackle shop is outta them, theres nothing negative from using the red hooks all the time, and if theres any truth to the bleeding baitfish theory it can only help

[T-rig]

I dont think it makes any difference at all. The hooks are just part of the bait.

Quality hooks have a bigger importance then red hooks. If a bass is going to strike,

he will, red or no red hook!

[Raul]

What kind of situation would you rather use a red colored hook vrs a normal colored hook?

thanks,

Mike

When for some reason I just can find ordinary hooks in stock and the only ones available are red......

[Matt Fly]

Primarily in the winter in Tx when red baits dominate catch rates.     Other than that, I haven't seen a difference in catch rates.

Matt

[BassPonder72]

I think it really comes down to personal preference.  Use whatever color hook you feel most confident with.  I personally have used red hooks with much success in all conditions  because I have confidence in them.  I have also used black hooks and the "normal" colored hooks with success.  So, I really believe there is no correct situation for the red hooks.  It's just about having confidence in what your throwing.  

[The_Natural]

I use red trebles exclusively.  They may or may not increase your bites, but they can't hurt and aren't any more expensive, and could possibly give you an edge.  Why wouldn't you?!

[basspro05]

I know that bass tend to eat prey head first, but it seems as though when i catch bass on crankbaits with a red hook just on the front, they are always hooked on that front hook, maybe its just a coincidence, but I still put red hooks on, its just a confidence thing.

[.ghoti.]

The red hook hype has probably caught more fishermen than fish. Having said that, I do use them. For two reasons; there just may be something to the concept, at least in clear, shallow water. It can't hurt, and just may help. However, I have no data to prove that, one way or another. I've noticed no difference in catch rates. In deep or dingy water, I don't see how red could make any difference. Also, I use a lot of Gammy EWG hooks and the red ones are cheaper than the regular ones.

The red finish comes off quickly, particularly when using those salty GYCB baits. I haven't noticed that this has any effect, either.

It's also possible that the shiny hooks could provide a little flash, that could serve as an attractant in clearer water.

I noticed that Eagle Claw now has some crawfish colored hooks. These might be something to try, if you're interested in trying to "hide" the hook.

Just a few ramdom thoughts.

Cheers,

GK

[Brad_Coovert]

My fishing partner and I experimented with red hooks.  We were on a crankbait bite at Morse one day.  We each fished the same bait, mine with a red hook on front and his with a red hook on back.  We caught about the same number of fish, but the majority were hooked on the red hook, be it front or back.  We switched baits, and the same held true.

No, not scientific, but hey, it was enough for me.  Besides, I change most of my hooks anyway, so it does not hurt to add red ones to the front IMO.

Brad

[Valascus]

I look at this one the same way as a lot of folks who have posted already. Red hooks aren't any more expensive than nickel finish hooks. I don't know if red really does trigger more strikes, but I do know since it isn't any more expensive, and it MIGHT give me a little better edge, I'll go ahead and use red hooks instead of nickel finish.

[flyphisher #]

Replace the rear hooks on your shallow running cranks with red ones. You will be shocked at the increase in bites you get. The red hooks reflect light unlike dark or dull hook colors.

[boondocks]

FlyPhisher, that has got to be the ugliest cat I have ever seen in your avatar.

[ga_hawghauler]

About the only time i use red hooks are on a white fluke or sometimes i will add a red hook to a particular lure just to give it a flash of red if it dont have no red on it.

[WhiteMike1018]

First of all they would have to be used shallow in stained to clear water as the color red is the first to go dark in the water. I use them in just that situation. Relativly shallow in stained to clear water. I prefer the red hooks when in these circumstances. 8-)

That is absolutely untrue. Sorry, i must disagree, a book i read on the biology of bass stated that bass see the color red best in murky water, its a fact, it might be the first to go but we are not bass, us as anglers have to understand what a bass sees before we can make an educated point. Ill actually dig up the book if you want and post it here with the exact quote from the book,

Thanks, -WM    

[Munkin]

I do not like red hooks and it has nothing to do with color. Red hooks are weaker than regular black nickel and they are the only hook I have ever broke on a fish.

Allen

[Catt]

I aint doing it and you can't make me  

[The_Natural]

I do not like red hooks and it has nothing to do with color. Red hooks are weaker than regular black nickel and they are the only hook I have ever broke on a fish.

Allen

Manufacturers don't alter the alloy to produce red hooks; red hooks are simply nickel hooks that have been dipped or anodized.

[FishTank]

I tried red hooks and they just did not work out as well as a regular hook.  IMHO, they are more hype than anything else (like a lot of other fishing tackle).  I guess it comes down to what you are most confident with.

[The_Natural]

I guess it comes down to what you are most confident with.

I can't argue with that!

[Munkin]

I do not like red hooks and it has nothing to do with color. Red hooks are weaker than regular black nickel and they are the only hook I have ever broke on a fish.

Allen

Manufacturers don't alter the alloy to produce red hooks; red hooks are simply nickel hooks that have been dipped or anodized.

Why are they gold after catching 2 fish? I am not sure what brand I had but they were definately weaker than standard hooks.

Allen

[CrazedL.IFisherman]

Quote from Munkin on Yesterday at 9:12pm:

I do not like red hooks and it has nothing to do with color. Red hooks are weaker than regular black nickel and they are the only hook I have ever broke on a fish.

Allen

Manufacturers don't alter the alloy to produce red hooks; red hooks are simply nickel hooks that have been dipped or anodized.

Why are they gold after catching 2 fish? I am not sure what brand I had but they were definately weaker than standard hooks.

Allen

They lose the finish after 2 fish and i do know exactly what your talking about Allen, but if you use a red gammy hook and a black gammy hook, they are still equally sharpe, all the red ones lose is finish not their sharpness

[justfishin]

I never used them. One of my friends has red hooks on everything, I think he even painted his zipper red on his pants,lol. When we fish together I never noticed him out fishing me in any noticeable way. But, I sure have to listened to it when he does get a bite. " You need red hooks he always proclaims ". Yea, I need a date with Jessica Alba too, but, thats not going to happen either.