i dont ever

[imege8]

i dont ever use those little quick snap thingys(those lil swivle like things so u dont have to re tie a lure every time) i know that with spinners and crankbaits u lose motion. my question though is what about using them on braided line, and only on my flipping stick that i only use jigs with? cause cuttin braided line sometimes to me is a big hassle. can i get away with using them here, or do i just quit being lazy and re tie?

[KenDammit]

I really don't like the use of snaps, and I definitely wouldn't attach a jig that I'm flipping with a snap. Too much could go wrong, there.

Get a good pair of scissors or fingernail clippers and braided line really isn't a problem to cut.

[dodgeguy]

the only problem with using a snap is it catches more weeds.if you are jigging in weeds then forget the snap.if you are going to use a snap get these.

http://www.jannsnetcraft.com/berkley...ls/306108.aspx

[JB]

Stick to using snaps for crankbaits, but on a jig I'd tie directly to the line, no snap..
You need a small pair of sissors to cut that braid line, instead of teeth or clippers.

[BassAddict]

I wouldn't use a snap for jigs especially with braided line. I do however use a snap for crankbaits.

Eric

[everettvet]

I was under the impression that you lose action when a snap is attached to a crankbait. Someone needs to educate me on the subject. Thanks, in advance, for the information (education).

[Rebbasser]

I'm with Ken-I don't use them either. Too much can go wrong. I trust my knots a lot more than a snap.

[JB]

I've never used them or wanted to use them, however on many top water baits they recommend a loop tied to the lure for more action, as well as I've read many people claim you get more action out of a crankbait...
Also, Storm includes a snap to many of thier Hot n Tots and Wiggleworts.

[bassintom]

the only time i don't use a duo lock snap is on soft plastics and jigs.never ever lost a fish due to a snap problem.

[Bender]

For cranks I have been using the Rapala Knot. I heard the same thing about snaps and direct knots causing lack of motion.
I don't think that I tried this knot with braid though, I will this year.

[bass kicker]

i use them with spinnerbait until i find a colour and size that is catching the most then i direct tie

[HulaPopr]

I never use them for the same reasons as Reb and Ken. Plus it really doesn't save that much time.

[bass kicker]

i also use them on a wire leader when fishing pike infested water

[crankybait]

for snaps, i thnk theyre annoying. my thumb kills when trying to get small ones open and closed, i could do a palomars knot even faster. a bigger snap is easier to use but mroe action loss and the fish probably wouldnt touch it

[bass kicker]

if you are using something like a spinnerbait they dont even notice the snap

[fishing_sniper]

i only use them when i fishing with heavy leaders for fish like gar and jack grennel so if i break it off or it gets frayyed i can just detach it and hook another leader on but ive never used them on any other things but they do reduce line twist and such but i would think it would take action from some baits and be kinda obvious to a fish but im no fish so i dont know for sure

[bass kicker]

if you want help with line twist just use the swivel

[lizardsrule]

Originally Posted by bassintom

the only time i don't use a duo lock snap is on soft plastics and jigs.never ever lost a fish due to a snap problem.

I use the dou locks also for all my crankbaits, and most all of my topwaters except for the buzzbaits. I have never had one cast me a fish yet, and I bleieve it actually can helklp with the action. If you don't trust them, then do like Reb and the others and don't use them. I won't use them when fishiong PNJ or plastics in vegetation period. They do pick up more crap. I also use a swivel( just the swivel, not a snap swivel, when Mojo rigging. Gives me a better clicking sound IMO.

Lizards

[flfireman]

Use duo locks on everything, except soft plastics. Sorry, Im lazy and tying a new knot every time I change lures would take to much time for me. Never had a problem w/ action, If anything the action should be close to what is expected. You are pulling on the snap, not the lure. Have not lost a fish due to one failing.

[1FASTLASER]

Originally Posted by bassintom

the only time i don't use a duo lock snap is on soft plastics and jigs.never ever lost a fish due to a snap problem.

I use to use them for cranks and got away from them. Tom you say u havent lost a fish cause of them?? I dont remember any of them opening up myself when I used them. Prolly should go back to using them.

[JB]

It probably helps when the eyes start to go and tying a knot becomes a 5 minute ordeal

[1FASTLASER]

You said it in a nutshell buddy. Hard as hell trying to find that little itty bittty hole that is 4 ft from my face. LMAO!!!

[bassintxlady]

i thought the hearing is the first thing to go????....hummmm....i may need to re-evaluate my thinking here....lol.....

[1FASTLASER]

HUH! What .....did I hear something. Oh well must be my imagination.LOL

[bassintom]

nope never lost one..had a tiger muskie mangle a spinnerbait into a little piece of garbage and the snap still held.this was about a 4 ft muskie..your talking almost 20lbs of teeth and muscle.