>>1192658To clarify I suggested a hook for saltwater boat fishing and for fish above say 15lbs where it is virtually impossible to get the bugger on the boat with out a hook or for even bigger catches above 20 lbs where you usually need two hooks to land them on board. When shore or fresh water fishing you should always use a landing net and care for the poor fish. Pic related 20 something lbs amberjack caught of the Aegean Sea