11-12-2014, 03:57 PM
Thanks for all the tips everyone!
The largest hooks I have right now are Eagle Claw size 6 baitholders in red (the ones that come pre-snelled, although I just took off the snells since I tie my own with lighter line and longer leaders). I'm guessing they are a bit on the small side to catch channels, so I'll probably pick up some slightly larger ones. When I get to the store I'll decide if I want to go with circles or octopus hooks or just regular baitholders.
I think I'll try a Carolina Rig as well as a rig with a float and see what works better this time of year. I suspect they'll be on the bottom right now with the weather the way it is. Still hoping for some kind of freak warm day that I can head out with the fiancee and hit Utah Lake... forecast isn't looking super promising. I may have to wait until ice season or just go alone on a cold day.
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The largest hooks I have right now are Eagle Claw size 6 baitholders in red (the ones that come pre-snelled, although I just took off the snells since I tie my own with lighter line and longer leaders). I'm guessing they are a bit on the small side to catch channels, so I'll probably pick up some slightly larger ones. When I get to the store I'll decide if I want to go with circles or octopus hooks or just regular baitholders.
I think I'll try a Carolina Rig as well as a rig with a float and see what works better this time of year. I suspect they'll be on the bottom right now with the weather the way it is. Still hoping for some kind of freak warm day that I can head out with the fiancee and hit Utah Lake... forecast isn't looking super promising. I may have to wait until ice season or just go alone on a cold day.
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