2017 BUYER’S GUIDE
1. VMC Neko Hook
This hook is built for the light-line Neko rig tech-
nique with a wide gap and resin-closed eye. It
comes in four sizes. $2.99 to $9.99 for six or 25
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2. VMC Neko Weight
A thin, ribbed profile that firmly anchors without
damaging soft plastics rounds out the Neko
Weight. It comes in four sizes. $3.29 for 10
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3. VMC Half Moon Wacky Weight
Here’s a bigheaded version of a nail weight that
provides a bit more sink to the cast. It comes in
three sizes. $3.29 for 10
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4. VMC Crankbait Snap
Provide more freedom of movement for
crankbaits with this wide-base teardrop snap. It
comes in five sizes. $3.39 for eight or 10
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5. Z-Man EZ KeeperZ
This weighted hook has a unique U-shaped
swiveling bait keeper. Also, a rubber O-ring on
the shank helps keep soft plastics in place near
the barb. It comes in three weights and three
hook sizes. $5.99 for three
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6. Z-Man ChinlockZ SWS
The hook is large –10/0 or 12/0; 1/2, 3/4 or 1
ounce – and designed to be used for big swim-
baits. A special pin on the offset shank helps
hold baits in place. $7.99 for two
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7. UFO Sinker Distance
Made from high-density concrete, the UFO
Distance sinker is appropriate for Carolina rig-
ging. Other styles are available. $0.65 to $0.90
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8. Owner Oval and
Tear-Drop Split Rings
These stainless-steel split rings help keep the
knot away from the ring’s opening. $4 for 20
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9. Owner Beast Flashy Swimmer
The Flashy Swimmer got bigger thanks to this
new Beast model. It comes with an 8/0, 10/0 or
12/0 hook. $12.50 to $15 for two
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DECEMBER 2016 I FLWFISHING.COM
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