Here's a pic how I hook mine.........same as Gamedog. I make my own too, and I often use smaller trebles than in this pic too. I am thinking of experimenting with circle hooks as well. With smaller baits 6-8" I just use one treble hooked in the middle of the bait. I fish anywheres from right on the bottom to a couple feet below the ice, in 4-16 ft. I like to make them hang horizontal if I can, but sometimes I've had bait sitting almost vertical and I still catch. I don't think it makes that much difference as Gamedog said, any naturally dead fish in the lake likely doesn't sit horizontal all the time.