Big Bait question

do you pull plastic, meat, or a combo? and in which in the distribute is it? we pulled an islander convey this 12 months with a pick hoo driving it on the right brief. a massive owner circle hook was crimped in front of the express. caught 6 blues this yr on that rig. i like the hook in front for 2 causes- 1) i think it will increase hookup portion with a circle hook b/c the total hook is uncovered. two) if whitey tries to seize it he most very likely wont get any hook in his mouth.

what and in which is your large bait? and if you pull a lure- double hook rig or simple? if double are both hooks in line, or at an angle etc. and also has anyone tried circle hooks with a lure?
many thanks