Lucky Craft Flash Minnow options

[SC McCarty]

Some people are having success using Lucky Craft Flash Minnows to fish for halibut in the surf. I am interested in trying it, but I dislike treble hooks, and these have three. I am concerned about what they do to fish that will be released. Is there an alternative to treble hooks that will not throw off the action of the lure?

Steve

 

[MisterT]

I bought way too many of these lures but I do not use them often as I am deterred by the 3 treble hooks. (I cringe over the thought of a hook stuck to my finger or anywhere else.)

Replace the treble hooks with inline single hooks. Size #1 or #2 will work. Single Replacement Hooks – X-strong – Owner Hooks

The thought of buying these lures then having to buy additional hardware is why I also have not put effort on these.

 

[SC McCarty]

Thanks MisterT.

Steve

 

[Makairaa]

Just remove the middle hook

 

[SC McCarty]

Just remove the middle hook

Thanks Makairaa,
I was thinking about that but was concerned it would change the action. I'll now have more confidence in trying it.

Steve

 

[Makairaa]

Thanks Makairaa,
I was thinking about that but was concerned it would change the action. I'll now have more confidence in trying it.

Steve

Almost everyone removes the middle hook. Lure works as good or better.