Landing Net

[mhall]

The nylon cording works pretty good but hooks will still get in those to, kinda the nature of the beast. What I have found that helps is after they are in the net try to hold their head up with the rod tip so they can't thrash until you acn get ahold on them. Not a cure all but it does help some.

[Col Forbin]

I have a rubber net - have the same problem. I also have the exact frabil net, it now is covered with holes from cutting treble hooks out. I can usually work them out, but if I am fishing a tournament or the bite is really hot, I will get the scissors out.

Bart at Fisherman's HQ had a net last year that I am going to get. He is ordering several more, but they are pricey ($75-$100). It is similar to your old-school nets (wide woven), however it is coated with high strength nylon. It is not your typical coated net, you can't pull a 4/0 hook through the net itself - it will straighten the hook out before it penetrates. It is supposed to be less harmful to the fish. I will find out exactly the brand the next time I am in there, and post it or PM you. I will be getting one soon.

[ryan_ekubass]

i picked up a nylon net that is rubber coated adn i really like it the nylon isnt that thick so it has less of a chance to get hooked.... i did have one of them solid rubber ones that are gold but i didnt like it cause it was too shallow....