FWIW IMO I would fish the BG with a long shank #8 hook and pinch the barb down. That will minimize damage to your new recruits with the small hook allowing you to catch YOY to large slot size.

Last edited by Bill D.; 05/03/15 06:58 PM. Reason: Clarification
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