I am one of the few that does not have issues with the 200R, except that it is sold in packages of 25 hooks for the same price as other brands sell them in packages of 50. I usually by the Umpqua U Series now.I do not have any "hook up" issues with the model/type, and havent for over 30 years.
I fish it at every depth of the water column. Dredging bottom most of the time. I have caught fish up to 24 inches with it in the smaller sizes like 22 and 24 just as often as a scud hook.
I like the hook for tiny baetis nymphs/emergers (Big Bear Baetis) and also for midge larva/pupa (Bling Midge), sizes 18 - 24. I also use it in sizes 16- 20 for a Mysis pattern called the Candy Cane.
I have heard the grumblings about the model for many years. I have not had the negative issues with the hook that others in the industry encounter.