Pond fishing is a great way to learn the complexities of fishing without going into the sea. There are a lot of things you need to consider when fishing on a pond: observing the water and fish activity, understanding the pond's layout, and more. When it comes to choosing the right bait or lure, there are a lot of hooks in Singapore that are perfect for pond fishing. 

1. Octopus/Suicide/Beak Hooks are great all-purpose bait hooks for pond fishing in Singapore. This is the most classic shape that has been popular over the ages. These hooks are good for live baits such as live prawns and all manners of live fish in calm waters. They suit cast and retrieve styles of fishing and hold the bait well. They are easy to tie and rig. They can be used for many purposes, from being anchored to the bottom with a paternoster rig to being suspended under a float. The famous brands of Octopus hooks are made by Sasame, Gamakatsu, Owner and many others.  

2. Circle hooks for pond fishing in Singapore. Circle hooks are auto self setting hooks. Meaning they do not require the angler to set the hook; when the fish runs, the tension automatically sets the hook. Good thing with circle hooks is that the hook is usually on the outside of the mouth, which makes it easy to remove. Circle hooks are best use in static types of cast and wait-type fishing situations. The famous brands of Circle hooks are made by Sasame, Gamakatsu, Owner and many others.  

3. Jig Heads for pond fishing in Singapore. A jig head is basically a hook connected to a lead weight. They are designed to fish with soft plastics such as Zman SwimZ and Grubz type of lures. They come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes to fit the imagination of the angler. Most popular weights for pond fishing are 3.5 , 5 and 7 grams. Hook sizes from 2/0 for 2.5 inch to 3/0 4/0 for 3-inch soft lures. The more shallow or smaller the pond, the lighter the jig head has to be. Jig heads also work well with baits. Simply tie on a suitably light-weight jig head in 3 to 5 grams, hook on a live prawn or a dead bait. Cast it out and wait or you can use a lift and fall retrieve to search for fish. This is a very effective way to fish the smaller ponds in Singapore such as Dbest pro pond, Gills Fishing Pond, or Hook Me Up Fishing Paradise. The most popular jig head band of all time is the Tackle Tactics TT Headlockz.  

Ultimately, the best bait hooks in Singapore will depend on the type of fish you are aiming to catch and the pond conditions. Most of the ponds in Singapore stock Saltwater fish; they tend to be bigger and stronger, so use good quality hooks from reputable brands in order to have the best chance to land your catch. Visit our store for more info!