What am I doing wrong?

[Simp]

This is true, byte. I really never have to worry about setting the hook with the catfishing I do, so I'm glad you pointed that out. It seems like whenever they take my bait, the swallow the whole rig, and the hook catches their jaw or throat or something when they thrash. But that's just my experience, and it differs everywhere.

I think the bottom line here could be that whatever the setup, pay attention to your line so you can tell when a fish takes the bait, and when it does, grab the pole and make sure the hook is set. I've heard the phrase "When in doubt, set the hook." [fishin]
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