Bass Fishing for Beginners: 5 MEANINGFUL Tips for Changing Treble Hooks (Crankbait, Squarebill, etc)

[@azscout9071]

Good stuf $2 sharpening stone goes a long way! At least touch them up if you can't afford good hooks.

[@DEBOSFishing]

ABSOLUTELY! I often change to a 2x streng but if you're on a budget, that's a great tip! Thanks man!

[@OneAndOnlyChi]

I always keep a diamond abrasive hook sharpener in my tackle bag. I check my hooks before every use just to make sure.

[@catboyzee]

Good info. Definitely need to get myself a set of split ring pliers in additional to inspect the trebles on my fave crankbaits. Thanks.

[@chads8267]

This is good to know when you have old or well used baits. I fish bass baits in saltwater sometimes and corrosion always sets in even with quality hooks.

[@0017Bulldog]

Debo, you are one of my most trusted bass fishing resources. I am an experienced angler (aka old dude) that wants to upgrade some treble hooks. I cannot understand the meaning of the sizes and how they come up with them. I know that different hook manufacturers can be different, but how can I make sure that I am buying the right hooks (sizes, shanks, gap, etc.). Go on Tackle warehouse and you'll see...totally complicated. We need help and Debo is the man to do it!

[@DEBOSFishing]

I did do a vid similar to that here. Remember the smaller the number, the smaller the treble hook. Size 12 is smaller than a size 4. There are also 1x, 2x, 3x, strength hooks. 2x and 3x are a bigger stronger hook compared to a 1x. Hope this helps! kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZPEqYOabKmmpdU

[@Latholan]

Debo, your style of explanation is great! I find your videos to be much more helpful than the vast majority of what's available and you're consistently good. Thank you for the high quality!

[@DEBOSFishing]

I appreciate that a lot my friend! Thanks for watching and have a good week!

[@ericinatl]

Thanks. I subscribe to some fishing channels and this is the first video I’ve seen how to change out hooks.

[@feralgrandad4429]

Nice video about a subject not often covered. I swap mine to Gamakatsu Single 56 - Single Hooks, Easer catch and release, less damage to feeeesh and you just made it two thirds less likely to snag weed. Some would say you're two thirds less likely to hook-up but on balance I prefer the Gamakatsu Single Hooks. But that's just me, and we is all different.

[@DEBOSFishing]

I appreciate that man. I've never gone to the single hooks. You're correct, we are all different and there is not a "right way" to go fishing!

[@bridgetmayksu]

I've been wanting to change my trebles. Which way do you have the hook face?

[@jonboattommy3421]

Those pliers are the way to go. Nice video D!

[@DEBOSFishing]

Thanks brother man. Yea, they are time savers! Take care my friend!

[@134rwa]

Another reason I love your teaching videos, I had never considered avoiding the trebles that have the eyelet inline with the hook point. Now I'm going to inspect the trebles on whatever I throw.

[@DEBOSFishing]

You're welcome man. Just give a quick look. I think most on the market are a bit offset. Thanks for watching!

[@Nate_Cross]

That two-in-one tip is SO MONEY

[@DEBOSFishing]

Haha thanks man, hope it helps! Thanks for watching 👊

[@JeffGeraldFishing]

Nice video Debo, nice little tip to save some time is always nice. #TeamCargoShorts 👊🏻

[@DEBOSFishing]

Hahah go cargo! Thanks for watching man!

[@e.cabanjr7511]

That was done really well. A lot of information clearly explained and packed into a short interval of time. Ordering those pliers tonight.

[@nastynate6711]

Never changed hooks but I’ve certainly thought of it. Will have to check it out for sure

[@DEBOSFishing]

Yessir, just check them before you tie on a lure. Appreciate you watching man!

[@bigjackKin]

Love your channel. Yeah would like the "treble hook video"

[@DEBOSFishing]

Greatly appreciate your support man. I can definitely work on that video. Have a good weekend!

[@WestinSmith]

Heard it many times but never actually switched them out. I’ve even made comments in vlogs about how I may have “missed that one” because one of the trebles was bent outwards

[@DEBOSFishing]

Definitely recommend changing the hooks. It has definitely made a difference in my hook up and landing ratio!

[@ErickMarshall86]

I cant believe you don't have more subs. This is a very informative channel with great content.

[@DEBOSFishing]

Thanks man, that means a lot. I appreciate all the support 👊

[@francismartin3516]

Always great to know more about hooks, their choices and uses. Keep on the good work.

[@chrismcvey908]

Amazing! I really never thought this much into my treble hooked baits. Some great tips and good food for thought. Another bullseye again Devon

[@DEBOSFishing]

Thanks for all the continued support my friend, means a LOT to me!

[@Asapfishing1]

Awesome video man👍🏼💥

[@DEBOSFishing]

Thanks my man!

[@joshbrown79]

Thank you those are actually really helpful tips

[@DEBOSFishing]

You're welcome, hope they helped you 👊

[@seandunkirk4719]

i would definitely like to learn more and see more vids detailing hook sizes,styles and the pros and cons of different variations 😋

[@DEBOSFishing]

Awesome, I can definitely do one of those. Thanks for watching man!

[@jeremiahclarin]

I'm hooked.

[@DEBOSFishing]

Hahah I see what you did there 😉

[@shawnspidle2530]

😮😮 man debo everytime I open one of your videos I learn something new. I have never put new hooks on my new baits always thought since it was new I was good & didn't know you could put the hooks on wrong. Another informative video 😊 Keep up the kick ass work bro

[@DEBOSFishing]

Hahah thank you very much man. Trying to help and entertain. I greatly appreciate the support from all of my feeshin friends!

[@OneAndOnlyChi]

Thanks for the advice great information

[@DEBOSFishing]

You're welcome 👊

[@reelfishing002]

Great tips , I ran into these all the time but have never thought about changing out the hooks , unless they break or bend , but now I will invest in some better quality hooks

[@DEBOSFishing]

Thanks man. If you have the money, it's great to do! If not, sharpening them will help too, just be aware if they are a lighter wire!

[@larryjones5295]

Always great tips and techniques. Thanks Debo.

[@DEBOSFishing]

Thanks man, appreciate you tuning in!

[@Retro-2-now]

Yes!!! Tips on size and everything else. I’m going to get more into crank baits this spring. I want to learn everything I can about them. Right now I’m a bank guy, but my buddy just got a jon boat and I plan to get something small for next year so it’s time for more cranks!!

[@DEBOSFishing]

Sweet man! Yea, they are fun to throw. I fish a lot of grass lakes so I don't get to use them as much as I would like. I've been throwing the lipless a lot and I've become a huge fan of those!

[@Retro-2-now]

Also, most of the ponds I found so far here in Ohio have a of that just muck grass. My favorite pond especially has it. Has a lot of moss on top too (that is slowly going away. This pond is great for regular frogs. You get blow ups all day. No matter time or weather conditions. You just have to fish them slow and more of just steady rather than walking or even kinda popping. I want to find something I can fish deeper and moving. Any ideas?!

[@DEBOSFishing]

@@Retro-2-now depending on how thick it is. A weedless belly weighted swimbait, a swimjig, or even swim a Texas rig. You can let it stall in the grass and rip it through.

[@MrMcHoodoo]

Hey Debo, Good stuff as usual! Thanks for the two in one trick. Looks like a time saver. I am going to have to try that! I haven't been changing the hooks out for very long but I found out something that may be useful to other fishermen out there: There are a lot of ponds and lakes in my area (North Central Indiana) that have tons of grass in them right now. I discovered that changing to a short shank, wide gap hook like the Mustad KVD trebles makes getting through the grass much easier and allows me to use bigger hooks without hanging up on the grass, the lure or the other treble hooks on the lure. It doesn't hurt my hook-ups at all, even seems to improve my ratio a bit! Hopefully, this might be helpful for someone else! Thanks for another awesome video!

[@DEBOSFishing]

I couldn't agree more man. That's something that I was going to touch on in the follow up video. The whole hook size and type thing confused me for some time lol. Thanks for watching my friend!

[@bookrielly4654]

Another awesome video, learning stuff all the time, love it

[@DEBOSFishing]

I am too man, it's a neverending journey! Thanks for watching man!

[@Spacecadet0730]

Thanks Debo! This is something I haven't done before, but know I need to.

[@DEBOSFishing]

You're welcome man, thanks for tuning in!

[@user-ro9dz4of5y]

Just in time! I been meaning to swap my trebles out on most of my cranks seeing as how some of them are as old as me or older. The hooks are getting a tad rusty...thanks bro!

[@DEBOSFishing]

You're very welcome man! Thanks for watching!

[@paulwyman2299]

Great tips I was just doing this over the weekend now I have to go back and do it right

[@DEBOSFishing]

If you have the trebels that are just a bit offset, you're good to go. Unless they were too big. Thanks for watching man!

[@mikeperez4727]

Great video. I would like for you to do one one the treble hook size and styles

[@DEBOSFishing]

Perfect! I will definitely be doing that soon. Thanks for watching!

[@georgebramblett6078]

Super video definitely a helpful tip keep em coming 👊

[@DEBOSFishing]

You're welcome man. Thanks for watching!

[@3thingsfishing427]

Lots of lures come with premium hooks these days that don’t need replaced. Rapalas come stock with VMC hooks for example.

[@DEBOSFishing]

Yeah, the only bad part is a lot are thin wire. I'm all about beefing them up a bit (on the correct combo of course). I've lost too many big fish on bent out treble hooks.☹

[@NCAngling]

Nice video man. Great demo again. I’ve never had any problems with stock hooks for bass or speckled trout but you definitely better switch them out when targeting big redfish.

[@DEBOSFishing]

Thanks for watching man! Oh man I'm sure, those things are BULLS!

[@algernumv]

Yes, more about size and quality in treble hooks. Special for really small crankbaits

[@RobPGamerVaper]

I know I'm a little late on this But I just got a 20pk Red #2 Eagle Claw Treble Hooks for a $1 at WM and that's the only Size they had. I wanted to swap out the ones on a few Baits I've pulled out of trees and stuff. Like my 110 Wopper Plopper and a few Cranks and others But they're too big it seems. The bigger Plopper can use them .

[@DEBOSFishing]

Yea, size #2 are a little large. They will work on bigger baits. Thanks for watching man!

[@euclidesruperto8400]

Another video of hook sike would be great 👍🏻. Great info on this video

[@DEBOSFishing]

I can definitely do that! Thanks for watching!

[@PigPatrolTV]

Been meaning to try them new rapalas..

[@DEBOSFishing]

I threw one a while back, and lost it lol.

[@seizedcarcass8440]

I like the berkley fusion19 hooks for the price and sharpness.

[@J.Silva.Fishing]

Great stuff! Again lol. Oh, and btw. Any info for swapping out trebles for inline singles?

[@DEBOSFishing]

I always try to go as big and strong as I can without messing up the weight or action. Thanks for watching man!

[@jrdefield7481]

Perfect timing like you said. What do you think about changing out to red treble hooks? Mann's baby 1-minus elite come with them & just ordered a couple to check it out. Putting your other criteria in as well, of course.

[@DEBOSFishing]

I know some people will say they make a difference. Either looks like bloody gills or a spot for the fish to focus. I've honestly never used them, I usually just stick to the dark nickel color.

[@fidangyang1995]

The thing about red treble hook is where u place them is where the fish will target your lure. TacticalBassin did a vid on treble hooks n they talked bout red treble as well.

[@DEBOSFishing]

@@fidangyang1995 thanks for watching man. The Tactical guys have an amazing channel, I should try to find that video.

[@sarahthacher32]

How do I change out treble hooks with the correct size single hook Also is there a different size for for front and second hook. Are there certain brand names you would suggest.

[@stevenpalmer6783]

And once again another informative vid , heck ya do some vids on the hooks , I once borrowed a couple of wide gap gamakatsu trebles , you should have heard him squealed , then I was forced into buying a pack of them now I know why he was wining, jees I’m glad I don’t buy them all the time

[@DEBOSFishing]

Yea, I wait for sales to stock up. I got REALLY LUCKY when Gander mountain closed down. I STOCKED UP at 90% off lololol

[@FlatOutBankAngling]

Thats what that tooth is for!! Damn I use it to clean paint out of jigheads (unsuccessfully). Great video bro

[@DEBOSFishing]

Yessir! I hope this helps you man. Thanks for watching!

[@donaldchasejr8804]

Good stuff

[@DEBOSFishing]

Thanks for watching man, appreciate the support!

[@bruceraiken2806]

You do a great job explaining this stuff! I've been looking for an answer to a question as I dig deep into my pocket to fund a batch of replacement hooks for (starter) the S. King KVD 1.5 square bills. If I'm using a medium power/moderate action 7'0 crankbait rod to throw most of these 3-5 ft. baits with, I'm thinking of getting the KVD 1x strong 2x short Mustad Triple grip trebles (due to popular support). Not sure what kind of hook comes stock on these baits, but if that Triple Grip is somewhat heavier gauge do you think I need to be concerned if the extra weight could negatively influence how the bait will run, and will the medium power (along with the moderate action) be sufficient to get a decent hookset with that somewhat stoutier treble hook? (I'm likely going to fish it on 12# Invizx.) Your opinion/thoughts would be much appreciated.

[@ramirogalvan9665]

You should make a beginners list to buy to start fishing

[@chronikcloudFL]

What size hooks do you swap with when doing your cotton Cordell’s ? What works best with you. I’ve been a fan of buying these cheap, changing the hooks and catching some fish ! And when I lose one it dosnt hurt my soul as bad lol

[@kevingunderman3164]

you should try a pair of wolfyok Aluminum Fishing Pliers the line cutter are on the out side of the pliers. I don't know about you, but I have a habit of cutting my line when removing a hook with pliers with the cutter on the inside of the pliers

[@christopherrobinson9690]

Okay brother do a red color hook fishing vs factory color hook fishing challenging. It’s not been done so maybe......?

[@DEBOSFishing]

That sounds fun! Thanks for watching man.

[@ernieszabo6266]

Hey Debo really like your videos. What do think of weed less treble hooks .

[@kevinharrigan2727]

I can’t stand trebles myself, no matter what I’m doing I always end up sticking myself with them, and like someone else said, they definitely hurt the fish much more than necessary, be it by foul hooking or whatnot. I use the shortest shank single hook possible (I like the short shank Eagle Claws myself) and a second tiny key ring helps the alignment issues with a single hook vs the harder to find inline hooks.

[@WeedIsMyAntiDrug]

Use Nail Clippers to open up the O-ring, then maneuver the hook with the other hand.

[@DEBOSFishing]

Ohhhh! I'll have to try nail clippers 🤔 Thanks for watching man!

[@WeedIsMyAntiDrug]

@@DEBOSFishing I appreciate the video brother. Just trying to help those out there that don't have any other tools.

[@charlesdewsbury8484]

Great video

[@DEBOSFishing]

Thank you for tuning in my friend!

[@kyleragan1457]

I would like that video

[@DEBOSFishing]

Thanks, will do!

[@bullseye0900]

Hey I fish maybe 2 days a week how often should I change

[@0vinnie9]

I would like to see a video about hook sizes and styles

[@DEBOSFishing]

I can do that. Sounds like a good winter video when I'm stuck inside!

[@kennybobby7893]

What size would you recommend for lipless crank baits

[@DEBOSFishing]

Depends on the size of the crank. If you use short shank hooks you can go bigger. Thanks for watching man!

[@christopherrobinson9690]

Why change if you can coat the hooks red with paint pens?

[@bkisl7275]

I've been switching out the rear hook for a feathered hook as the tail on all my rattle traps. & the bass seem to like the action a bit more...

[@DEBOSFishing]

Nice! I've never tried that on a lipless!

[@MrRourk]

Lansky Multi Groove Fish Hook Sharpener.

[@DEBOSFishing]

Absolutely! As long as the hooks are sturdy, I'm all for that. Just be aware some baits come with light wire hooks that are easy to bend out. Thanks for watching man!

[@fidangyang1995]

TacticalBassin also did videos on treble hooks too. Check them out n their take on treble hooks.

[@DEBOSFishing]

Sweet, I'll check that out! Love those guys. One of my favorite channels on KZbin!

[@willtrax71]

I use the Ozark Trail Popper and Lipless and those Hooks should be changed and dull fairly quickly, I’ve had several Fish get off but also I’ve caught a lot of Fish on them. Change your cheap Hooks, DEBO IS CORRECT

[@stevenpalmer6783]

I think all of us subscribers should put you on retainer for top notch information at a moments notice , what say you DEBO ?

[@DEBOSFishing]

Hahah I'm happy to help whenever there is a need. Thank you for watching sir!

[@jasonhanson22]

Thoughts on changing your trebel hooks to inline single hooks? I know many salt guys do this but want to hear your thoughts on freshwater.

[@DEBOSFishing]

Yea, I've seen salt guys do that for plugs. I've never done it on any of mine for bass.

[@charlesdewsbury8484]

You still working on a video for bites on lures for the beginner bass fishers?

[@DEBOSFishing]

I haven't got to start it yet. We've had straight rain for weeks or whenever I'm able to go. That can actually be q good winter topic using footage from previous videos! Thanks for reminding me man!

[@tarrm19ify]

What do you do with the old hook?

[@DEBOSFishing]

I put them in a tin. I need to dispose of them in a sharp object container.

[@timothyroche6445]

treblehooks are a snagerama on canadian walleye lakes

[@lloydwhite6699]

why don't you sharpen the stock treble hook that came on the lure

[@DEBOSFishing]

You could, however most stock hooks are also a lighter wire. I generally upgrade to a 2x strong hook to prevent bending them out. Thanks for watching man!

[@keatoncampbell5137]

Do you ever see any need to change the hooks on any Rapala hard baits?

[@DEBOSFishing]

Some have been ok, others I change. Just check sharpness and toughness of them first. Thanks for watching man!

[@dizzlesfeeshin8966]

Debo it’s the cost for me, I waste $9 cranks. I don’t wanna waste $13 cranks..... #hourtofish. #cargos

[@DEBOSFishing]

I'll give you some packs! You'll notice a difference. Feesh, cargos and hooks!

[@dizzlesfeeshin8966]

DEBO'S Fishing I love feesh and cargos

[@anthonycrews7396]

Debo you got too much time thinking bout fishing ..... must be nice ; )....

[@DEBOSFishing]

After family and work...I'm thinking about fishing. Thanks for watching man!

[@jamesteddy9819]

Does it count if your are wishing to fish well...lol

[@DEBOSFishing]

I'm always wishing hahah. It will come in handy when you can get out to fish!

[@rickseltz1029]

why not just sharpen them?