Circle Hooks

Circle Hooks for Saltwater & Freshwater Fishing

Inline & Offset Circle Hooks for Live Bait, Chunking & Trolling

Circle hooks are designed to optimize positive corner-of-the-mouth hook-ups while helping prevent gut and gill hooking thanks to their turned-in hook point design. The reduced mortality potential makes circle hooks an excellent choice for catch-and-release fishing and a requirement in many billfish tournaments.

Ideal for live bait fishing, chunk bait presentations, and trolling natural baits, circle hooks are available in a wide range of sizes, wire gauges, and styles. Matching the hook size and style to the bait and target species is key to maximizing success. Many anglers prefer thinner wire circle hooks for stealthy presentations and quick penetration when fishing lighter tackle, while others targeting powerful fish with heavy drag systems rely on extra-heavy gauge circle hooks for maximum strength.

For best results, snell or crimp circle hooks whenever possible to maintain proper hook orientation. When baiting, keep the hook point exposed, often by bridling the bait through the nose. Once a fish takes the bait, allow it time to eat before gradually applying pressure. Avoid striking the fish to set the hook. Instead, slowly increase pressure until the hook rotates and securely sets itself in the corner of the fish's mouth.