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Chapter 382 - 382 371 Tying Hooks by Hand

382: Chapter 371: Tying Hooks by Hand 382: Chapter 371: Tying Hooks by Hand Instructor Yang continued, “After a brief introduction to the types of fish hooks and their general applications, let’s talk about the principles of choosing fish hooks!

Generally, for freshwater fishing, a conventional hook selection standard is that the hook’s gap width should be equal to one-third of the target fish’s open mouth to be broadly suitable.

Based on this principle, the specific behavior of the fish also needs to be considered.

If the fish bites hard and is aggressive, one can appropriately increase the hook size to prevent the fish from escaping easily.

If the fish bites gently and is lethargic, reduce the hook size, which is better for fish with gentle bites or ill fish!!”

“Instructor, about this principle…” Just as Yang Wenjian finished explaining, Qian Jin in the front row raised his hand again.

“What’s the matter?

You can ask any questions you have!” Yang Wenjian had a good impression of this frequently engaging student.

“What if we’re fishing for silver carp or bighead carp?” Qian Jin asked softly.

The next second, the entire classroom burst into laughter.

Silver carp and bighead carp are one of the four major domestic fishes, whether it’s the silver or the variegated carp, their mouths are very large.

A silver carp or bighead carp weighing seven or eight jin could fit a fist in its mouth; clearly, the hook selection standard mentioned by the instructor would not be suitable.

Qian Jin realized this, which is why he asked the question in a low voice, obviously feeling a bit sheepish.

Yang Wenjian glanced at Qian Jin below and said, “The hook selection principle we’re discussing generally applies to predatory freshwater fish, silver carp, and bighead carp are exceptions!

Silver carp and bighead carp are filter feeders that normally consume plankton and algae!

When choosing hooks for them, consideration is given more to their body weight!

The principle for hook selection is that the impact force of the fish should not exceed the ultimate strength value of the hook!”

“Got it, understood!

Instructor, I haven’t been fishing for long, and I only know the basics of many things.

I wasn’t trying to be clever or argue with you on purpose!” Qian Jin nodded as he spoke.

Yang Wenjian nodded, “Alright, after discussing general knowledge, let’s move on to the main event!

Hook tying and line fastening!

As a qualified angler, this is a fundamental skill that must be learned and mastered proficiently!

Next, I’ll teach you the commonly used methods for tying hooks.

I’ll give a demonstration first.

After I’m done demonstrating, everyone starts practicing!

Did you bring the fishing lines and fish hooks that were distributed?”

“Brought them!” the students responded in unison.

“Ok!

First, let me talk to you about tying hooks!

There are actually many ways to tie hooks, but I will only talk about the two that I consider most commonly and conveniently used!

The first method is the Thumb Knot!

Once you master this method, the efficiency of tying hooks is very high.

For the specific method, watch my demonstration with the fishing line and hook…”

Everyone saw Yang Wenjian use a red wool string and a large hook about the size of a number fifteen Ishiyama or so to demonstrate.

Having tied hooks for decades, Yang Wenjian’s method was very skilled.

He pinched a loop of line, then straightened out the fish hook and rhythmically moved his finger hooked with the fishing line up and down, wrapping the line around the hook shank in coils.

Once he had enough coils, he secured the end of the line, and a fish hook was tied!

“Damn, that was fast!”

“Yeah, the instructor tied it so quickly!”

“I can tie one too, but how did he do it so quickly?

His fingers were moving so fast they blurred!”

“It looks so easy when you watch it, but my hands can’t keep up!

Can the instructor go slower?!”

The students below the stage really had a lot who couldn’t tie hooks, staring wide-eyed and unblinking, completely failing to grasp the demonstration.

As if reaching his expected outcome, Yang Wenjian cut the line again and then very slowly and carefully bound the fish hook.

“When I was demonstrating just now, that was the speed you can easily achieve after you’ve mastered the skill!

Practice hard, and you can do it too!”

“I’ve finished explaining the Inner Line Hook Binding method, and now I’ll teach you the Double Line Head Docking method.

This method is also an inner line, essentially not much different from the previous method, but it’s a bit easier for beginners to learn, and it’s more thread-saving, less wasteful!”

With a brief greeting, Instructor Yang demonstrated the method again for everyone.

The second method was more convenient for the students to pick up, and following along, they quickly achieved initial success.

“Is there anyone who still hasn’t learned it, who needs another demonstration?

Did you understand the winding method?”

“Understood!”

“Ok!

Then let’s continue and talk about the knot-tying method for the main line!

Once I’ve finished explaining, you can start practicing on your own, and I will provide individual guidance to any beginners!”

Tying the main line, compared to hook binding, was much simpler, involving threading beans and accessories, then tying an octagonal knot at the rod tip, and an octagonal ring at the bottom.

After demonstrating twice, they quickly learned the tying method.

“Alright, I’ve taught you the method, now everyone start practicing freely!

The passing standard is to tie 20 sub-lines yourself, and four main lines!

I will check before class ends this afternoon, and score you based on your actual performance!

It will count towards your final graduation assessment, so begin your free practice now!”

After assigning the practice tasks, Yang Wenjian stepped down from the podium, and the students below, whether they had learned it or not, all began to busy themselves with tools like the Underline ruler and scissors.

While everyone else started busying themselves, Yue Feng was a bit bored, as his line assembly and sub-lines had long been prepared.

To put it bluntly, he only brought one sub-line box, which was already full – even if he tied more sub-lines, he had nowhere to hang them!

Yang Wenjian came down from the stage and began to wander around the students, directly passing by those with some experience, and providing hands-on teaching again to those scratching their heads in confusion.

He was extremely attentive and dutifully responsible.

After making a round, Yang Wenjian came up to Yue Feng and casually glanced over.

Yue Feng didn’t even lift his head, his hands were busy with his phone, watching a live stream.

“Have you learned everything?” Yang Wenjian asked, standing beside Yue Feng.

Yue Feng looked up and nodded, explaining, “I run a fishing gear shop; I don’t need to practice this!”

“Don’t need to practice?

That’s not the right attitude!

Like this, tie a sub-line for me to see.

If it’s up to standard, I won’t require it of you any longer!” Yang Wenjian insisted somewhat seriously.

“Sure!” Yue Feng nodded in agreement, then deftly took out two hooks and, using his teeth, bit off a length of line, rapidly binding a set of hooks in no time.

“You’re quite proficient, but your Underline technique isn’t very standard.

You should use an Underline ruler and scissors, and when tying the top knot, pay attention to the hook distance – you’re cutting corners too much!

Don’t be preoccupied with your phone; the hooks you’re tying are needed for actual fishing later!” Yang Wenjian couldn’t help but find fault.

(“There’s no need; that’s how I always do it when I’m binding hooks!

I use these hooks myself; I’ve already prepared them when I have free time!”)

As he spoke, Yue Feng opened his sub-line box; a hundred sets of hooks were neatly organized inside, with nearly every size and type of line and hook prepared!

Glancing at Yue Feng’s sub-line box, Yang Wenjian involuntarily furrowed his brow.