tie jig to line or use of snap or fas-snaps

[scully]

What do you prefer to use tie jig right to the line or use snaps. I've tried fas snaps and cannot get them on without bending the snap.

[TruthWalleyes]

I always tie to line in the winter. Helps the presentation.

[Deitz Dittrich]

I tie direct. With many lures, I feel that lure angle is important(talking horiz lures) So I use the knot to hold the lure at the correct angle.

Just my opinion though.

[Big A]

I have never EVER had an issue using fas-snaps or clips....

Thats what they are made for.. makes everything smooth and easy.

Presentation is not effected by using snaps.. at all.

[TruthWalleyes]

I've never used fas-snaps, but i will use the standard old swivel snaps in the summer when i'm trying multiple lures. I believe presentation is affected depending on the fish your targeting.

[Big A]

When I am targeting the fish under the ice, I probably change Jigs every 10min at least... less of course I am catching fish with what I am using.

If I had to tie all those jigs I would go crazy! Even with my fancy new plastic jig tying tool of awesomeness!!... speaking of those.. if you get one of them, probably could help with the desire not to use snaps.

But again. Never had an issue. Works fine for me.

[croixflats]

Scully I to have problems using the those snaps. Sometimes they just don't go on to easy or off for that matter.

What I do is open up the gap just a bit more and jig and switch but when the bite is on I'll go and tie them. Ive had the snaps straighten out on me on occasion when a big one gets on and that's no fun losing a $5 jig rap and not knowing what kind of fish I had.

I would tie directly all the time but my knot tie capabilities are rather slow because of 2 stub fingers.

[Big A]

When it comes to tying fishing line... particularly #2 #3 pound test... I FEEL LIKE I HAVE 10 STUB FINGERS !

[mrfish1991]

i always tie right to my line in the winter.

[croixflats]

Don't even mention seeing that line. I'm getting more rinkels around my eyes from squinting so much and I don't even think squinting helps that much but I still do it.

[jigging-matt]

For most of my jigs I tie them on. I use one of the jig tying tools, I think it is called the knotter. If I am using spoons I have a snap on the line.

[L_Cappo]

i use snaps all the time.its fast and easy to switch lures as i do many times during the day to see what they want.i have not noticed any diff on catching fish with or with out the snaps.

[SkinnyVinny05]

does nobody use the knot tool? it looks like a pen i got mine at the state fair and then picked more up at the fish show...imo one of the best things ever to come out

[Big A]

In regards to the knot tool. OWN IT. LOVE IT. RECOMMEND IT! One of the greatest tools ever... just wish I had thought of it $ !

Best part is its cheap and heck.. if I can use... a 5 year old could use it!

[SkinnyVinny05]

so do i .... i have one by ever hole in my house right next to the rattle reels...what is the real name of these

[CJH]

I use the fast snaps when I am targeting pannies. Same deal as mentioned above, as I like to change often, and would rather have my line in the water than fumbling around in my hands. Haven't noticed a difference in catch rates. I tie directly when fishing for walters, or do a snap swivel with a leader kind of a thing.

[Northlander]

I use snaps on spoons and some big laker jigs. Otherwise as far as jigs and hooks go I tie direct. As Dietz said the angle of the hook and or jig can make a big difference and you cant do that with any snap or clip.

[thenest]

Snap man with ice fishing. I even use a snap when I trout fish. Never have trouble catching trout and they're very fussy.

[BuckKiller]

I always use a snap for my panfish and walleyes, never noticed a differance in catch rate. if you are having trouble with them bending id try a slightly larger size, especially when using spoons they seem to have a thicker ring.

[BobT]

I prefer to tie my jigs on. It helps make it easier to feel what's going on.

Bob

[Neighbor_guy]

I will agree that fast snaps have there moments. I like them On LOW and for the rattle reals and tip ups (if not running a leader). I will also use one in SOME jigging situations.

But when running for panfish, or any horizontal presentation I prefer to tie direct.

[nolte]

I like horizonal presentations, but I also like using fast snaps. I like to spend as much time with my jig in the water. I can't do that when I'm tying on jigs.

One little trick I learned to have a horizontal presentation with a fast snap is use the thiinnest piece of clear plastic tube you can find, slide that over the snap and jig eye. This will keep it horizontal.

[Grogan]

I have always tied straight to the line. I am changing lures constantly. I have two extra rods that I will tie the next jig I want to use and then just rotate between all my rods when I change.

[TruthWalleyes]

After reading all the posts on the knot tool i think i might be looking for one of them real soon!

will the local bait shop have them??

[Bob/Mn]

I use the fast snaps for panfish as they give the jig more action. Use a hemostat for attaching/detaching the jigs.