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Hookbaits are a system, not a random choice. Pick the right one for the situation and you’ll get cleaner pickups and better hookholds.
Bottom baits
Best for: feeding hard on the deck and baited spots.
Wafters
Best for: subtle fishing over light debris/weed.
Pop-ups
Best for: messy bottoms, searching, and quick singles.
Fast rules
- Feeding a spot → bottom bait or wafter
- Unknown/messy bottom → pop-up
- Liners/no takes → try a wafter
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