Collection: Barbless Hooks

Dohiku HDG 645 Grub Hook
Dohiku

Dohiku HDG 645 Grub Hook

Regular price $8.49
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Hanak 950 BL Streamer XL Hook
Hanak Competition Hooks

Hanak 950 BL Streamer XL Hook

Regular price $9.49
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Dohiku HDB Blob Hook
Dohiku

Dohiku HDB Blob Hook

Regular price $8.49
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Hanak 500 BL Allround Hook
Hanak Competition Hooks

Hanak 500 BL Allround Hook

Regular price $9.49
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Hanak 900 BL Streamer Hook
Hanak Competition Hooks

Hanak 900 BL Streamer Hook

Regular price $9.49
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Dohiku - C211 Dry Fly Hooks
Dohiku

Dohiku - C211 Dry Fly Hooks

Regular price $6.30
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DOHIKU HDP Pupa Dry Fly Hook
Dohiku

DOHIKU HDP Pupa Dry Fly Hook

Regular price $8.49
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Hanak 300 BL Original Czech Nymph Hook
Hanak Competition Hooks

Hanak 300 BL Original Czech Nymph Hook

Regular price $9.99
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Dohiku HDN 303 Hook
Dohiku

Dohiku HDN 303 Hook

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Dohiku HDT Bass, Pike Stinger Hook
Dohiku

Dohiku HDT Bass, Pike Stinger Hook

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Hanak 400BL Jig Classic Hook
Hanak Competition Hooks

Hanak 400BL Jig Classic Hook

Regular price $9.99
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Hanak 460 BL Jig Superb RS
Hanak Competition Hooks

Hanak 460 BL Jig Superb RS

Regular price $9.99
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Explore the Barbless Hooks collection at Drift Outfitters—featuring high-performance, competition-grade options from top brands like Hanak, Dohiku, Ahrex, Daiichi, Fulling Mill, Mustad, and more. 

These chemically sharpened, fine and heavy-wire hooks deliver reliable hooksets, reduced fish damage, and compliance for catch-and-release regulations. Available in dry fly, nymph, jig, and streamer styles, they're perfect for tying precise patterns with minimal impact. Shop online or visit in-store in Toronto for top-tier hooks and expert fly-tying suppor

Barbless Hooks FAQ

Q: What are barbless hooks and why use them?
A: Barbless hooks are designed without the backward-facing barb found on traditional hooks, making them easier to remove from fish. They cause less injury, promote faster releases, and are often required in catch-and-release or barbless-only fisheries. Barbless hooks also make unhooking fish (and yourself) much safer.

Q: Do barbless hooks lose more fish than barbed hooks?
A: Not necessarily. When fished with proper tension, barbless hooks hold fish just as well as barbed hooks. Their sharper points penetrate more easily and deeply, providing excellent hooksets — especially with high-quality designs from modern hook manufacturers.

Q: What types of barbless hooks do you carry?
A: Drift Outfitters carries a full range of barbless hooks for every tying style — including dry fly, nymph, jig, streamer, and competition models. Each hook is engineered for superior strength, sharpness, and reliable holding power.

Q: Which brands of barbless hooks do you carry?
A: We stock premium barbless hooks from Ahrex, Hanak, Daiichi, Partridge, Fulling Mill and more. These brands are trusted by professional guides and competition anglers worldwide for their precision manufacturing and consistent performance.

Q: Are barbless hooks required everywhere?
A: Some fisheries in Ontario and across Canada require barbless hooks to protect fish populations. Even when not mandatory, many anglers choose them voluntarily for ethical catch-and-release fishing and improved fish survival.

Q: How should I store my barbless hooks?
A: Keep them organized in labeled hook boxes or magnetic trays by size and style. Store in a dry environment to prevent rust, and inspect hook points regularly to maintain sharpness and performance at the vise or on the water.