Tying Lures

[kwiggy]

I have been reading how guys will switch lures/baits when one doesn't seem to work. I do this and it seems like I am only tying lures when I should be fishing. So my question is... what kind of systems do you use that enable you to switch lures/presentations fast? I have avoided using those little clippy things (I forget the real name ) because I think it takes away from the presentation and will spook the fish. So, I end up just tying my line directly to the jig/spoon. Since I am the guide of our family, I end up tying lines all day and and fish less than I would like. Plus, I am over 40 so I need my arms lengthened in order to see the line and the hole. I don't finesse fish much as I mostly rely on the bobber so jiggin action isn't much of a concern at this point, but if I can streamline the connection process, maybe I will try a little finesse. Thanks all... and be safe.

[white80a]

no knot clips work good very small and may actualy enhance your presetation they come in 3 sizes

[52#FLATHEAD]

I use No-Knot Fas-Snaps for fly fishing. You can get some very small sizes & they are very strong & anyone can change their lures easily. They might work for you.

[Agronomist_at_IA]

I had the same problem as you. Now I just put the small little quick snaps on the end of my line to switch jigs. Figure metal is stronger then the line I use so it souldn't bend open if I get a big one. Also, I don't think it will scare the fish, most of the lures I have use snap rings on them, which I think is more noticeable then the snaps. Heck sometimes I wonder if using a steel leader on the lure is really all that big of a deal. My brother uses one, and seems to catch just as many fish.

[gonefishin11]

I have 8 rods and most have different presentations on them. I have 2 with Buckshots without bobbers, a couple rigged for Ice Buster bobbers and the rest have random jigs. When one isn't working, I just grab another rod and try that for a while.

If you do mostly bobber fishing, you would probably only need 3. You could have two down and one backup. If one isn't working, put the backup down. You could re-tie at your leisure. Most fish bite when you are tying new lures on anyway

[hanson]

Practice those knots, eh!

I pretty much tie a Palomar knot exclusively. Simple, quick, and I can do them pretty fast! Changing lures isn't too big a deal if you are quick and confident in your knot tying ability!

We discussed this a couple weeks ago but using a Cross-Lock snap is a real easy way to change out Jigging Spoons and swimming baits in a hurry. The snap doesn't really affect the action and may improve it in the case of a swim bait.

Now when it comes to jigs and especially lighter panfish type stuff, you do not want to be adding a snap IMO. Many panfish type jigs are horizontal, which rely on the knot to help hold the lure in position. With a snap, you won't have the benefit of friction between the line and lure eye to hold the lure horizontal in the water.

Something else to consider with panfish tackle is the use of plastics. Its much easier to switch out a piece of plastic to change color than it is to retie a new jig.

[Jim Almquist]

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Plus, I am over 40 so I need my arms lengthened in order to see the line and the hole.

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You need to go to Gander and get the cheater that slide on to the bill of your cap. They come in all sorts of powers up to 3x and make the tying job so much easier

[Fishing_Ace]

I have always just tied my lures on also but i have seen some people make a loop on the end of the line and put the loop though the eye hole and the jig though the loop. Im not sure how well the presentation is but it makes changing lures faster by removing the tieing process.

Anyone use this or have thoughts about it?

D. Fish

[Ironranger]

learn the palomar, after a while you can retie very quickly, also the quick snaps work very well too.

[Mankato-Ice-Man]

Same as gonefishin11 here, just take lots and lots of rods rigged up with whatever you think you will need for that outing. Heck, if nothing else is an excuse to buy more rods!

[Cletus]

Same as Hanson here... become proficient and confident in your tying ability. For Pannies,the less visable, the better. For dead-sticking, no worries!