Lure to Line Connection

[amateurfishing]

i am hopeing to improve my success rate a little bit this year by using lures more appropritately. i have always used snap swivel tied to line then lure on swivel. is this always the best or when is it not?

i think i have a pretty good range of lures, ratsos, swedish pimple, slick jig, darter, etc. also when using lures like darter or slick jig is a heavier rod prefereed (one with more backbone) so when u stop jigging the rod tip does not continue to bounce for more accurate jigging technique?

thx in advance

[kenlaker]

Most every lure or hook that I use is tied direct, the times I use a swivel is when using a line-twisting lure, such as a jigging Rap.

[solbes]

I use fast snaps for a lot of my ice fishing. A lot smaller than a swivel snap. Sometimes I tie direct to a jig if I'm in a warm shack. But that can be difficult if you're retieing outside in cold weather.

[dfeste]

I used to use the no tie fast snaps but have done away with them and now tie direct. I fish for crappie and stream trout and use horizontal jigs probably 90% of the time. For this application I feel that tying direct is the best method. For lures that twist or even a spoon I can see where a swivel would be a better option. I think the best answer to the OPs question is that it depends on what you're using at the time. Some lures(horizontal jigs) will sit more naturally or as they're designed better if tied direct. Lures that spin or twist will be better having a swivel so that they don't twist your line. A vertical jig should do just fine with those small no ties.

[TruthWalleyes]

With the exception of very small jigs, i use fast snaps.

[OnAFly]

I agree with dfeste. If you have a jig that sits horizontal, tie direct. If it sits vertical, use a fast snap. If you are using something that will induce line twist like a rapala, use a swivel.

[Vitreus]

With the exception of very small jigs, i use fast snaps.

This is the way to go.

[Scenic]

If you have a jig that sits horizontal, tie direct. If it sits vertical, use a fast snap. If you are using something that will induce line twist like a rapala, use a swivel.

Pretty much exactly what I follow as well.

[dan z]

Fast snaps here. And if using a lure that twist I put a barrel swivel a foot or so above it

[Jeremy airjer W]

I like to tie direct also. I usually have a small barrel swivel tied about 18" to 24" inches above. I almost always use a polymer knot. You can tie them quick and use a minimal amount of line. I can usually retie several time before I need to change the leader.

[BobT]

I avoid using any snaps on the lure. If I am using a lure that will tend to twist my line I may use a snap some distance from the lure and then use a length of line so I can tie directly to the lure.

[bigbad401]

I use the fast snaps on all of my rods. No problems at all.

[Walleye Guy]

I do exactly what Airjer does. Swivels on everything but I always have a leader between the swivel and the direct tied lure.

[Sea Hage]

Can't believe how many use fast snaps, I jig with Fireline and I tried fast snaps last year, They would strighten out on the hook set! But then I broke 4 rods last year setting the hook too.

[BartmanMN]

Can't believe how many use fast snaps, I jig with Fireline and I tried fast snaps last year, They would strighten out on the hook set! But then I broke 4 rods last year setting the hook too.

Dang Sea Hage. I need to fish for what you are fishing for.

[Sea Hage]

Just then little saugers on the Woods

[DLD24]

Sounds like you may have bought some great value brand rods and snaps

[amateurfishing]

where can one find fast snaps locally?

[Poutmaster]

Fast snaps for spoons. Direct tie for jigs and bare hooks. It has been a good strategy for me. Spend a little more to get quality snap or you may bend them and jig your spoon right off!

[Vitreus]

For direct tying lines 3 lb or less, what kind of knot is best to use?

[PFUNK]

Palomar knot. Just be sure to lubricate before cinching it down. I will also tie trilene knots.

[MCRDP]

Thorne Bros has the largest selection of fast snaps i have seen in any shop, plus they are local!

[Kyhl]

I tie to the usually supplied split ring, with an 18-24 inch snell to a small barrel swivel.

[NKLCOLT1911]

anywhere thats local that also sells online to avoid driving, TB is pretty far for me to go for terminal tackle.

[Jeremy airjer W]

For direct tying lines 3 lb or less, what kind of knot is best to use?

palomar knot is fast and easy.