Which size/type Salmon hooks

[desmondo]

Hi I am relatively new to fishing having started fly fishing for trout over last 18 months and wishing I did it years ago. My preference already is wild river/loch fishing and I intend to pursue salmon this year for 1st time. My novice question is around what is the best hook size to go for that gives me the best chance of a catch but also to give the fish a chance when returned as that is my intention assuming I catch any of course. My early thoughts are to go with a single rather than doubles or trebles. I look forward to any helpful thoughts and comments. I joined the Dreghorn club last year so will be fishing the Irvine to begin learning my craft.

[Deleted]

Desmondo,

Welcome to the Forum.

Don't know much at all about the River Irvine but I would have thought that Singles in sizes 4-10 would be about right for starters.

Definitely think you need to talk to the local experts who regularly fish the Irvine

tb

[ck670]

fish small tend to use size 10 -14 treble ,salars 9 down to a 15