Rigging the pogie

[trickyfin]

I wondered does it matter where you place the hook on a pogie when live linning it. Nostril, Back or Tail. Any thoughts?

[wdmso]

I hook thru the nose the only issue i have had is some circle or octopus hooks
seemed to turn into the pogie when i set the hook. i use a 5\0 6\0 hook
and let them run free spool 5-10 sec if you can bare it , when they are hooked in the back they seem to stay on top and struggle a bit more. i like one up one down anyway

[mps219]

I would have to say, Don't be scared to use too big of a hook. I always use a 9/0 Owner circle hook when live lining or 3 waying live bunker. I've noticed a lot less missed fish when I made the jump to the larger hook. I also hook them through the top of the mouth and out the nose. The hook does a really good job of keepin the little frisky guy on. Give it a try and good luck!