I learned my lesson this year. Any CC that's caught (with the exception of the a few that I tagged) will exit the pond if caught. They learn too damn fast and remember what a hook is for too long!!

FWIW, my Chubby Steve's pellets float with a 1/0 Owner Octopus hook.

Theo, I'm using a #10 Owner Mosquito hook with mine on 2# test.

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3/4 to 1 1/4 ac pond LMB, SMB, PS, BG, RES, CC, YP, Bardello BG, (RBT & Blue Tilapia - seasonal).