Question 1

1. What is a Shrimp Walker hook and how is it different from other fishing hooks?

Accepted Answer

A Shrimp Walker hook is really a rigging system for live shrimp and crawfish. The hook is made up of (3) parts: 
- Carbon steel hook 
- ABS plastic clip 
- Proprietary surgical mounting rubber. 
The hook mounts to the carapace or shell of the animal without harming it. This allows the animal to stay alive swimming naturally until fish strike.
Keeping bait alive and active for a long period of time is very beneficial to fishermen since fish are much more attracted to live swimming bait than to dead bait.

Question 2

2. What types of fish can you catch with a Shrimp Walker hook?

Accepted Answer

In salt water, "ALL" fish eat shrimp. Live shrimp is "hands down" the best bait for catching fish inshore or offshore on reefs. Some species caught on the Shrimp Walker are snook, redfish, sheepshead, all snapper species, grouper, sea trout and all species of jack and more.
In fresh water, the Shrimp Walker can be used on crawfish just as easily as on a shrimp.
Bass and all other freshwater species like walleye, trout and pike LOVE crawfish.

Question 3

3. How can the design of a Shrimp Walker hook improve fishing success?

Accepted Answer

Because the Shrimp Walker does not harm the shrimp or crawfish the bait stays alive much longer giving fishermen a much better chance of catching fish.

Question 4

4. Can a beginner angler use a Shrimp Walker hook effectively?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. It may take a bit of trial and error to mount the Shrimp Walker to a shrimp for a beginner but just watch our mounting video on www.shrimpwalker.com and you'll see how easy it is.Mounting a hook to a delicate creature like a shrimp requires some practice and using the right replaceable rubber mounts helps greatly.Free line fishing  is a very common way to fish with the Shrimp Walker. Casting the bait out and retrieving slowly works very well. Use a heavy leader depending on the species you're going for. Some folks use a small split shot weight to get the shrimp down in the water quickly and deeper.

Question 5

5. Are there different sizes of Shrimp Walker hooks available for different fish species?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are 2 sizes of Shrimp Walker hooks currently available. The Original Shrimp Walker ( a 2 aught single hook) is used for smaller fish like Mangrove Snapper and speckled trout. The Shrimp Walker BIG ( a 4 aught single hook) is used for larger game fish like Snook and Redfish.The Shrimp Walker double hook will soon join the family. This will be a 2 aught double hook used  for live shrimp and crawfish just like the 2 single hooks.

Question 6

6. How should you properly mount a Shrimp Walker hook for optimal results?

Accepted Answer

Mounting a hook to a live and delicate creature like a shrimp requires some practice. There is a delicate touch necessary and using the right replaceable rubber mounts greatly helps.                      You will find your own technique that works best for you. Follow the video tutorial on the website www.shrimpwalker.com to see the best way to mount a Shrimp Walker to a shrimp or crayfish.

Question 7

7. What fishing techniques work best with a Shrimp Walker hook?

Accepted Answer

Three common techniques for fishing with a Shrimp Walker hook are free lining, carolina rig and popping cork. This depends on where you're fishing, tide conditions and species you're trying to catch.

Question 8

8. Are there any special maintenance tips for ensuring the durability of a Shrimp Walker hook?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Wash Shrimp Walker hooks with fresh water after use. Dry and place in containers with desiccant packets to keep out moisture. Go to: https://www.palmbeachtackle.com/hook-care

Question 9

9. Is the Shrimp Walker legal to use?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the Shrimp Walker is legal to use everywhere. Using a single hook with live bait is legal in all states. The Shrimp Walker adheres to Florida fishing regulations, the strictest fishing regulations in the world. The Shrimp Walker is a circle hook with no offset. The hook is plated carbon steel and meant to rust out of a fishes' mouth in a matter of weeks if the line is broken leaving the hook stuck in the mouth of the fish.The Shrimp Walker double hook has legal restrictions especially in Florida where it is illegal to "harvest" certain species of fish with a multiple point hook using live or dead bait. Always check your local fishing regulations. You are responsible for knowing the law.

Question 10

10. What size shrimp should I use?

Accepted Answer

The Shrimp Walker live shrimp/crawfish rigging system does NOT work on small shrimp. The Shrimp Walker works very well on medium to large and jumbo/select shrimp. For crayfish, small to large.

Question 11

11. Should I stretch the Shrimp Walker rubber before use?

Accepted Answer

Giving the Shrimp Walker rubber mount a couple of good stretches loosens it up a bit allowing it to more easily mount to larger shrimp.

Question 12

12. What size hook is the Shrimp Walker?

Accepted Answer

Shrimp Walker ORIGINAL - 2 aught hookShrimp Walker BIG - 4 aught hookShrimp Walker DOUBLE HOOK - 2 aught hook.

Question 13

13. Is the Shrimp Walker hook adjustable?

Accepted Answer

The ORIGINAL Shrimp Walker single hook is adjustable. Once you mount the hook to the shrimp, the long shank sits to the rear or meat of the shrimp. This long shank can then be rotated to the side of the shrimp where smaller gamefish usually attack. This provides a great hookup ratio. This also keeps the hook hidden and next to the meat of the bait. See shrimp mounting  and swimming videos at www.shrimpwalker.comThe Shrimp Walker BIG is NOT adjustable. This is used for larger game fish and is in a fixed position sitting on top of the shrimp or crawfish.The Shrimp Walker DOUBLE hook is not adhustable and sits on the top of the shrimp or crawfish with the hooks hanging off either side of the bait allowing for greater hookups.

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