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The Best Catfish Hooks for Every Catch (Don’t Lose Another One!)

Your next personal best might just come down to the hook you tie on.

October 07, 2025

When it comes to catfishing, the right hook can be the difference between bragging rights and a broken line. Catfish bite hard and fight harder, so choosing the right style—whether it’s a circle, J, or treble—matters more than you think. We’ve rounded up the five best hooks for catfish and broken down when, where, and why to use each one so you can spend less time re-rigging and more time reeling.

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