Let's see: There's reality based on science and real experience which I like to adhere to, then there is religious zealotry which others wish to impose on everyone. I think we all know where Kilo stands. Your zealotry has no basis in fact or experience regarding rockfish and Ling Cod so all that is left is a "cult following" religious belief....similar to the Taliban and other social illnesses afflicting human culture past, presently, and sadly in the future. Sorry son ...when you can discuss with real facts and experience then you have something to stand on....otherwise alls you are asking us to do is rely on faith that you choice is only true choice....even though there is zero info to back it up. As for the salmon that you guys hooked incidently while fishing for other species...how bad were they hurt and would barbs have really mattered. BTW you all..especially Kilo...might read my all posts closely...have I ever said I will fish barbed hooks anywhere for any species....What? No? Gooose fishes the appropiate hooks for the situation and as the law requires.