Is it just me or are hooks and other terminal tackle too flashy for clear water bass? I've taken to using different colored Sharpies to match the prevailing lure color, particularly suspending jerk baits.

Helps the old confidence thing.

I paint hooks "as and when" needed for big bass fishing. For regular fishing, I don't bother.

I powder coat all my dropshot weights I pour. I don't like shiny lead in extremely clear waters.