Punching Mats

[Captmikestarrett]

Saw a "how to" this weekend on TV. The weight stop makes good sense. The heavy tungstun weight makes good sense. 50 lb braid makes good sense. 65lb braid even better. The straight shank hook with keeper built in makes good sense too.

The "how to" guy lost me when he said you need to snell the hook on so it will angle up like a trigger with the hook set. That makes sense but have you ever tried to snell a hook with braid.. It just aint happening since it has zero stretch.. you all follow me here?

Capt Mike

[Captmikestarrett]

The host ommitted the glue factor.

http://www.advancedangler.com/HookPo...Punching%20Rig

Ok now I see it..

Glad I cleared that up..

Capt Mike

[T7HeadTurner]

For others looking to get into Punching
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ypJCVzSGsYk
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y0mJRSMiNbo

I like these hooks so far......
http://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Mustad_KVD_Grip_Pin_Soft_Plastic_Hook_5pk/descpage-MKVDGPN.html

[3dkicker]

Glad we could help you out.....

You finally get into punching those mats in Mattawomen???

[lilmule]

Gosh watch them both am now punch drunk,ive always made the bass punch thru,making a very big hole

[Captmikestarrett]

Originally Posted by 3dkicker

Glad we could help you out.....

You finally get into punching those mats in Mattawomen???

No, well maybe, but it would be nice to try it first. My customers may be willing too.
Gonna need another broomstick if so. Just might find one this show season..

Capt Mike

[dave]

I think the BMF hooks have a different owner now but, they have welded eyes. Line (braid or whatever) can't slip into the space.

[3dkicker]

Originally Posted by Captmikestarrett

No, well maybe, but it would be nice to try it first. My customers may be willing too.
Gonna need another broomstick if so. Just might find one this show season..

Capt Mike

I believe the proper term for a mat punching rod is a "meat stick" and don't be pulling yours out in front of paying customers !!!!!