Tail hooking the Minnow

Tail hooking gives the minnow a frantic fleeing look that triggers more fish strikes where hooking in the mouth does not have that effect.

The constant up and down swimming motion creates a disturbance on the surface whether it is mud or sand. Fish will be curious and this will trigger an attacking bite. They will not want the potential meal to escape, so they will strike at the minnow.

This technique will get you a better hook set because the fish will be attacking instead of reacting. Never be afraid to change up the recipe when fishing, you might be surprised at the results. - Gary