L J, You may want to try using SMALLER hooks. A smaller hook is easier to set that a large hook.I have been fishing kings since I was 8 years old,so I have a little experience behind me.I regularly land kings to 50lbs.on sz.2/0 hooks,the only time I will go to a larger hook is in very strong water[up to a 5/0]Also buy and use a good hook file.NEVER fish a new hook without sharpening it first,and often.also after about 3 or 4 sharpenings cut it off and tie on a new hook as the old one will be cut back to where it is too thick to sink in good.hope this helps.C-YA NOOK