To make the hooks, carvers shape two pieces of different wood into arms: yellow cedar is traditionally used for the upper arm because its buoyant and halibut are apparently attracted to the smell, while a heavier wood, such as Pacific yew, anchors the bottom
This creates monstrous backlashes that are not easy to fix plus it wastes time on the water
These are versatile lures that can be effectively fished throughout the entire water column using numerous different techniques

Model reel: Daiwa Blast 8000LT Model rod: Daiwa 21 Blast 702MHS Configuration: Spin Fishing method: Bait Fishing / Spinning Reel Specifications: Mono line capacity (mm/m): 0.40/370, 0.50/250 Braid line capacity (lb/yd): 30/700, 50/480 Reel weight: 646 grams Max drag (kg): 7.5kg Gear ratio: 4.1:1 Bearings: 3+1 Line retrieve: 87.5cm per crank Reel handle position: Left or Right Reel features: Pre-spooled with monofilament - Infinite Anti Reverse - Durable Metal Body - Machined Folding Handle Rod Specifications: Rod material: Composite Rod length: 7'0'' Pieces: 2 Line rating: 5-9kg Lure rating (If Applicable): N/A Reel seat: Graphite Guide type: Aluminium Oxide Gimbal type: EVA Rod features: Integrated Solid Tip - Fibreglass Composite Blanks - Hard EVA Grips Supplier part number: DAFSET174XXXXX Delivery & Returns Delivery estimate 1-4 business days (non-rural) Please allow 3-10 business days for rural and island deliveries
Use these hooks when youre after slot size fish
So while I was eager to fish the open lake, I have been enjoying steelheading on local creeks, waiting for some nice weather to show up and get the water temperature in the lake rising