Tainawa Longline Hooks

Tainawa Longline Hooks

A Tainawa longline hook is a heavy-duty recurve hook designed specifically for setlining and longline fishing. It features a wide gape, short shank, and a strong in-turned point that helps the hook rotate into the corner of the fish’s mouth as it moves off with the bait. Built from thicker gauge wire than standard bait hooks, it’s made to handle sustained pressure and multiple-hook setups.

In New Zealand, Tainawa longline hooks are best suited for targeting species like Snapper and Gurnard in kontiki or drone longline deployments. They’re also effective for bottom-dwelling species in sandy or mixed foul ground where fish pick up stationary baits. The recurve design improves hook-up rates without the need to strike, making them ideal for unattended or semi-attended setline fishing.