These special nets have many of the qualities of a rubber net, making them perfect for catch and release. The fish will calmly lay across the bottom while you remove the hook. The net features a knotless, tangle free rubber coated nylon flat bottom net. It has 3/4" holes that create very little resistance in the water. Heavy duty octagon handles automatically line up for quick extension and slide up into hoop for easy storage. All hoops are made of heavy 5/8" aluminum with reinforcements at all critical stress points.