3 Reasons to Drop Shot With Straight Shank Hooks

The two primary hook options for Texas rig drop shotting bass are offset or straight shank hooks. Both hook styles are effective but bass pro Jacob Wheeler presents some compelling reasons why he chooses a straight shank whenever he can get away with it.

Wheeler’s primary reasons relate to enhanced lure action, straighter rigging for a more natural look, and superior hooking percentages; finesse-style straight shank hooks deliver all of these attributes so long as they're properly tied up. Jacob discusses each in detail, which makes us take a critical look at our hook choice when Texas rigging is the best drop shot rigging method for the conditions.

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[sgtrock]

Thanks for the info kinda answers my question on proper hook t use

[bassgeek]

I have to agree I never use a EWG on a dropshot.

[sethjohnson]

What size is the VMC Finesse Neko Hook? You mentioned that the VMC Wide Gap Hook is 2/0, but I didn't catch the Neko Hook size.

[Peacesells]

Size 2 gamakatsu drop shot hook never fails me

[jobu]

VMC makes a drop shot hook with a built in swivel, why wouldn't you just use that?? "VMC spinshot dropshot hook"

[thOvkkleyIGSDN]

Ur doing it all wrong. Nose Hook ur drops, and wacky for 15 or less