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Old 01-16-05, 11:30 PM   #1
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Default Getting Ready for Tournament

Hey, I am stocking up on some stuff getting ready for the BFL tourney in Feb. I don't remember where I read this one at, but I read that for tournies, you could use clip swivel for fast lure changes. Has anyone done this, and is it effective?

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Old 01-17-05, 04:14 AM   #2
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I would throw those swivels away except to use when spooning. you get much more action from the lure tieing direct to yhe o ring ............. Scott R
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Old 01-17-05, 12:55 PM   #3
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Default Re: Getting Ready for Tournament

Yea dont use swivels unless you are carolina-rigged or using a roostertail. Had to many swivels to come unhooked or straighten out. An extra minute or two wont take up that much time. Especially if you lose a 5lb because your swivel breaks.
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Old 01-17-05, 05:00 PM   #4
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i use the plain duo lock clips WITHOUT swivels.i have never,ever had a clip open up and cause me to lose a fish.IMO only,i think the clip gives better action sometimes.if you use the clips,do not use split rings,that hinders the action.
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Default Re: Getting Ready for Tournament

I also use small duolock snaps, but I use them with split rings. But unlike Tom, I leave the split rings on, as I haven't experienced any problems doing it this way.
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Old 01-17-05, 10:10 PM   #6
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Default Re: Getting Ready for Tournament

Trav-if this is what you are talking about:



I've used them before and they work pretty well. I just have more comfidence tying the lure on.
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Old 01-17-05, 11:04 PM   #7
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All I'm talking about is the swivels with the clips on them, buy them at wal-mart for like 77cents a bag.
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Old 01-17-05, 11:22 PM   #8
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If that is the case I'd add a split ring to the bait if it does not have one and tie directly to that rather than use a swivel.
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Old 01-18-05, 04:39 AM   #9
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I'd go with the one Reb was showing you. They aren't that expensive-$2 for 10 at Wal-Mart and are very reliable.
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I tie direct all the time.
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Old 01-18-05, 04:18 PM   #11
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Default Re: Getting Ready for Tournament

If you use one for spinnerbaits or buzzbaits, get some rubber tubing, ands cut a small piece to put over thr R bend before attaching, it keeps it from sliding around on the bait. It works real well. I'm not opposed to using them, just make sure you get the ones that are sturdy and have a little extra wire after it clips. I think they can actually help with flash sometimes.


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Default Re: Getting Ready for Tournament

I wouldn't put those brass snap swivles on a kids Snoopy rod.

I'll use a good cross lock snap, like the ones Berkley sells, on a crankbait. I take the split ring off of them.

On a bait like a spoon, I'll go with a good ball bearing swivel with a cross lock snap. They cost more, but they're worth it.

Now for a Carolina Rig, I'll used the brass swivels. It's the snaps that are junk.
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