Chinu hooks are a type of offset fishing hook that are designed specifically for saltwater fishing. They are named after a specific type of fish, Chinook salmon, which they are particularly effective at catching. feature a wide gap and a short shank. The offset design of these hooks allows the hook point to be bent out of alignment with the hook's shank, this increases the hooking power and the ability to keep the fish on the hook. Chinu hooks are commonly used for trolling, casting and jigging and are often used in heavy fishing line. They are suitable for a variety of saltwater fish species, including Chinook salmon, tuna, and other larger predatory species.
