If you just use barbless hooks all the time you don't have to worry about it. It's really not that hard and it's kinder to all fish. Just try using them for awhile, you'll see they are just as good so long as don't let your line go slack which you shouldn't do anyhow. If you feel you'd rather use the barbs if you can Dan posted that link for you. Good luck and thanks for the great question. We are here to help.