Catfish hooks are built for powerful fish, heavy tackle and demanding conditions. Standard hooks are often not strong enough for big catfish, large baits and hard fights.
Single hooks, trebles and circle hooks
Strong single hooks are useful for dead bait and pellets, treble hooks can be used with certain bait presentations, and circle hooks are popular for secure corner-of-the-mouth hook holds.
Choose strength and size first
Catfish hooks are usually large, thick-wire models designed to resist bending. Check points and wire after every fish, and match the hook to your leader material and bait size.
