I fish BIG HOOKS, BIG BAIT and heavy leader. I target kings. The big fish will swallow the bait and both hooks, I have had big fish chew thru 40-50 lb leader. I use 100lb and have no problem getting whole herring to spin as fast or faster as plug cut. We very seldom loose them once they are on. I use 8" plugs as well with a 10/0 hook and 100 lb leader. Works great . Good action from stiff leaders especially on hoochies.