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Jul 20, 2021 09:44:19   #
FS Digest
 
What is the difference between EWG worm hooks and offset worm hooks? Some worm packages I have specify offsets while others specify EWG. Can I use EWG if I don't have offsets?

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Jul 20, 2021 12:35:04   #
audigger53 Loc: Severn, MD
 
I wouldn't think it would make a difference unless the worm does a twist with the offset hook. IE the worm is balanced off set to a side. But that doesn't make a lot of sense to me anyway.

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Jul 20, 2021 13:05:28   #
Ron620DVS Loc: Guntersville Alabama
 
FS Digest wrote:
What is the difference between EWG worm hooks and offset worm hooks? Some worm packages I have specify offsets while others specify EWG. Can I use EWG if I don't have offsets?

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by CAP2SupremeBurrito


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Whatā€™s The Difference Between EWG, Offset, and Straight Shank Hooks?



This guest post was submitted by Gene Jensen, AKA ā€œFlukemaster.ā€ Be sure to subscribe to his YouTube Channel.

Choosing the correct hook can be the difference between landing a fish of a lifetime or watching it swim away after a great hookset.

Three of the most popular types of worm hooks are the EWG, the offset, and the straight shank.

Before we discuss these types of hooks letā€™s talk about the hookset.

When you set the hook on a bass there are several things that need to happen in order to achieve a positive hookset.

The hook needs to come through the soft plastic, the soft plastic needs to get out of the way, and the hook needs to penetrate the tough skin inside the bassā€™ mouth.

There are several problems that can be avoided if you choose the correct hook.

EWG Hooks;


The EWG has been a very popular hook for many years.

Itā€™s great for thick plastics because there is a lot of room in the gap to allow the soft plastic to get out of the way.

The problem is that the tip of the hook is directly in line with the eye of the hook.

When you set the hook the chances of penetration are not very good.

Lay a piece of paper on a table and then put the tip and the eye on the paper and slide it along and youā€™ll understand what Iā€™m talking about.

Offset Worm Hook;


The offset worm hook is a great all around hook.

It has the offset bend that holds the soft plastic up on the hook, but a drop of super glue will prevent it from sliding down the hook and getting in the way of a hookset.

The tip of the hook is not in line with the eye so there is a better chance that it will grab skin on the way out of the fishā€™s mouth.

Straight Shank Hook;


The straight shank hook slides through cover the best.

There is no bend or anything to get in the way of a positive hookset.

Until recently the problem has always been keeping the soft plastic from sliding down the hook.

Companies have started putting large barbs on the hook to prevent this from happening.

Iā€™m not sponsored by Mustad but I love the Grip Pin hook. It comes in several different sizes, with heavy or thin wire.

I can use them on my heaviest flipping rigs all the way down the the lightest mojo rig.

So if you are having trouble getting a good hookset consider the type of hook you are using.

If you continue having problems after that then you may have to put your ā€œMan Pantsā€ on and set the hook harder. Good luck and have fun.



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Jul 20, 2021 15:23:28   #
Bruce10892 Loc: Northeast Ohio
 
FS Digest wrote:
What is the difference between EWG worm hooks and offset worm hooks? Some worm packages I have specify offsets while others specify EWG. Can I use EWG if I don't have offsets?

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EWG stands for Extra Wide Gap

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Jul 21, 2021 22:17:34   #
Ben Bragg Loc: Dayton Ohio
 
Ron620DVS wrote:
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Whatā€™s The Difference Between EWG, Offset, and Straight Shank Hooks?



This guest post was submitted by Gene Jensen, AKA ā€œFlukemaster.ā€ Be sure to subscribe to his YouTube Channel.

Choosing the correct hook can be the difference between landing a fish of a lifetime or watching it swim away after a great hookset.

Three of the most popular types of worm hooks are the EWG, the offset, and the straight shank.

Before we discuss these types of hooks letā€™s talk about the hookset.

When you set the hook on a bass there are several things that need to happen in order to achieve a positive hookset.

The hook needs to come through the soft plastic, the soft plastic needs to get out of the way, and the hook needs to penetrate the tough skin inside the bassā€™ mouth.

There are several problems that can be avoided if you choose the correct hook.

EWG Hooks;


The EWG has been a very popular hook for many years.

Itā€™s great for thick plastics because there is a lot of room in the gap to allow the soft plastic to get out of the way.

The problem is that the tip of the hook is directly in line with the eye of the hook.

When you set the hook the chances of penetration are not very good.

Lay a piece of paper on a table and then put the tip and the eye on the paper and slide it along and youā€™ll understand what Iā€™m talking about.

Offset Worm Hook;


The offset worm hook is a great all around hook.

It has the offset bend that holds the soft plastic up on the hook, but a drop of super glue will prevent it from sliding down the hook and getting in the way of a hookset.

The tip of the hook is not in line with the eye so there is a better chance that it will grab skin on the way out of the fishā€™s mouth.

Straight Shank Hook;


The straight shank hook slides through cover the best.

There is no bend or anything to get in the way of a positive hookset.

Until recently the problem has always been keeping the soft plastic from sliding down the hook.

Companies have started putting large barbs on the hook to prevent this from happening.

Iā€™m not sponsored by Mustad but I love the Grip Pin hook. It comes in several different sizes, with heavy or thin wire.

I can use them on my heaviest flipping rigs all the way down the the lightest mojo rig.

So if you are having trouble getting a good hookset consider the type of hook you are using.

If you continue having problems after that then you may have to put your ā€œMan Pantsā€ on and set the hook harder. Good luck and have fun.



Recommended For You...


Bass Fishing Hooks: Breaking Down Different Styles To Help You Catch More Fish:

https://shopkarls.com/blog/full-breakdown-bass-fishing-hooks/


Fishing Hooks 101: Matching The Proper Hook To Your Rig:

https://shopkarls.com/blog/fishing-hooks-101-choosing-proper-hooks/


Everything you ever wanted to know about bass fishing but were too afraid to ask:

https://shopkarls.com/blog/bass-fishing-101/


3 Jig Fishing For Bass Modifications You Need To Know:

https://shopkarls.com/blog/jig-fishing-for-bass-modifications/



Please click on links for additional, Thank You.




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Jul 21, 2021 22:19:25   #
Ben Bragg Loc: Dayton Ohio
 
Damn it?)! You posted what I was gonna post ?!!
Although MBR woulda been less wordy and stuff
Nice post !))

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