Korda Hooks

The perfect hook for your fishing depends on understanding key technical features and how they apply to your conditions. Wire gauge determines the balance between penetration and strength. Lighter wire penetrates with less force but may bend under heavy load, while heavier forged wire resists opening in snags but requires more pressure to achieve contact.

Point profile makes a crucial difference: straight points penetrate fastest on clean bottoms, whereas beaked points stay protected and maintain sharpness on gravel or rough substrates where abrasion is a concern.

Eye orientation must match your hooklink choice. Out-turned eyes suit stiff materials like fluorocarbon and prevent gape closure. Straight eyes work with kickers for versatility, while extremely in-turned eyes can damage the stiff line under load. Our hooks feature various levels of forging to add strength without increasing wire gauge. Giving you maximum hold without compromising on penetration.

Selecting the perfect hook size involves matching the gape to your bait diameter while considering the mouth size of your target carp. Our size range typically runs from 4-8 for standard boilie presentations, with wider gaps providing better clearance around hair-rigged baits. Wire gauge selection depends on your venue characteristics. Use lighter wire when fish are cautious or when fishing over clean substrates, where quick penetration gives better results.

Choose heavier forged wire in weedy or snaggy waters where fish will test your tackle hard and damage from contact with rough surfaces is likely. The shank length affects lever action and visibility, with longer shanks providing a more secure hold but potentially spooking pressured fish.

Consider barbless options where regulations apply or when fish welfare is paramount, though this requires extra attention to maintaining constant line pressure during the fight. A micro-barbed hook features a smaller barb that is easier to remove after catching a fish.

Match your hook choice to your specific fishing approach and venue conditions. Wide gape patterns excel as general-purpose hooks for bottom baits, wafters, and pop-ups, offering reliable performance across varied presentations and making them ideal stock for versatile anglers. The right hook can mean the difference between a successful catch and a frustrating day on the water.

Curve shank hooks deliver superior anti-eject properties in modern rig systems like the Ronnie rig, where the aggressive shape helps the hook flip and hold even when carp attempt to expel the bait.

Chod hooks with out-turned eyes are essential for stiff rig presentations over debris, maintaining proper alignment with stiff hooklinks and preventing the gape from closing. Consider beaked points when fishing over gravel bars or around zebra mussels, as the protected point stays sharp longer and maintains hold during grinding fights. For clean venues with cautious fish, straight points on lighter wire provide the quick penetration needed for positive hookups before fish can react.

Keep your hooks in perfect condition by regularly checking point sharpness, especially when fishing over hard substrates that can dull the edge through contact. A sharp file allows you to touch up points in the field, restoring penetration performance that directly affects your success rate. Proper hook maintenance includes cleaning, sharpening, and proper storage to prevent rust and damage.

Store hooks in protective packaging to prevent damage during transport and avoid letting them roll loose where they might contact hard surfaces. Replace hooks when the point becomes damaged beyond simple sharpening, as a compromised point reduces your chance of clean penetration and increases the risk of losing fish.

Consider the venue when planning hook replacement frequency. Abrasive bottoms require more frequent inspection than soft silt. Quality hooks maintain their sharpness longer and can be resharpened multiple times, making them a better investment than budget options that quickly lose their edge.