Christopher Quast Posted May 30, 2008 Share Posted May 30, 2008 Just wondering what size bullies will work for flatheads and are some sizes better than others and why? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lowblazah Posted May 30, 2008 Share Posted May 30, 2008 no preference...they all work. 7" and under that is... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
audemp Posted May 30, 2008 Share Posted May 30, 2008 The livelier the better. You need them to be kickin to help attract fish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyice Posted May 30, 2008 Share Posted May 30, 2008 The biggest flathead I saw caught last year came off of one of the smallest bullhead we used for the year. The key was like audemp said, it was very lively! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mplspug Posted May 30, 2008 Share Posted May 30, 2008 I like the 6 8/3" ones. I'd use 7" everytime if I could, something that moves more water when they struggle. Whether or not size matters, using bigger bait means you can use a biggger hook with a larger gap. I think that's more important. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveD Posted May 30, 2008 Share Posted May 30, 2008 Last year I started using circle hooks for flats because I've had such good success with channels on circles. I've had good luck with circle hooks on flats too, primarily using 8/0 Gamakatsu Octopus circle hooks. I've found that the smaller 5" to 6" bullheads work good on the circle hooks so I've downsized my bullheads to match the hook better. It seems to be working out OK. Those 5" to 6" bullies struggle as hard as the 7" ones. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mplspug Posted May 31, 2008 Share Posted May 31, 2008 I guess the bottom line is I wouldn't worry too much about the size of the bully. If theres a flat on the prowl, he's going to find it and I really don't think a 2" difference from 5-7 is going to matter. It's more important to match the hook size to your bullhead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ec30_06 Posted May 31, 2008 Share Posted May 31, 2008 I like a nice healthy lively one 6" and up with a 10/0 gamakatsu in it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott K Posted May 31, 2008 Share Posted May 31, 2008 I like a nice healthy lively one 6" and up with a 10/0 gamakatsu in it. Hey Ed, do you still have a healthy supply of them hooks? I would like to get some from you if possible! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slowhand Posted June 1, 2008 Share Posted June 1, 2008 I like the 6 8/3" ones. Good one. I like that; a man after my own heart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngelicFatum Posted June 1, 2008 Share Posted June 1, 2008 Ok so maybe this is a dumb ?. But where do you get bullheads for bait? BTW I know very little about catfish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slowhand Posted June 1, 2008 Share Posted June 1, 2008 Most bodies of water you can catch the little buggers. Put your offering close/on the bottom and it shouldnt be a problem. There are some bait stores that sell them as well. I think there are bait stores on these forums that sell them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngelicFatum Posted June 1, 2008 Share Posted June 1, 2008 Right on, I've caught them before by accident, but never thought to use them as bait. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grant Posted June 1, 2008 Share Posted June 1, 2008 Moore's bait is the only game in town if you want to buy bullies...otherwise as it's been said they are in just about every body of water. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mplspug Posted June 1, 2008 Share Posted June 1, 2008 Use the MN DNR sites lake finder to access surveys of lakes to find a spot by you with a good population and hopefully bigger ones. Your best bet is smaller bodies of water with a creek coming in and/or going out. Fish in the mouth of the creek. Light tackle with a hook and split shot is all you need. I prefer nightcrawlers or angle worms Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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