Crankbait, direct tie or snap swivel? 2024

steezy reply :

Do you direct tie your crankbait or use a snap swivel?

Shane J reply :

No brainer for me, I direct tie everything.

J Francho reply :

For crankbaits....a snap, specifically a #2, 3 or 4 Duo-Loc snap. No swivel!

Grey Wolf reply :

Direct tie on most.

KYntucky Warmouth reply :

sometimes I'll use a duo-loc but for the most part I direct tie

Lucky Craft Man reply :

It depends. If the crankbait has a split ring on the front eye, then I tie directly. If there is no split ring, then I use a clip. I like to have that degree-of-freedom level in place.

J Francho reply :

I forgot to mention that I remove all split rings from the line tie. Even the oval style are the source of most foul running baits.

alwayslooking reply :

i use the snaps,,,not swivels,,,allows me to change colors or size very quickly...

SWH reply :

I used to use snaps all the time. I didnt have much luck so i tied directly to the bait and started catching some bass. Makes no sense but i am now direct tie only even though it takes some time to change baits.

Stasher1 reply :

Norman Speed Clips on all cranks, but only after I remove the split ring.

Big Bait Fishing reply :

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For crankbaits....a snap, specifically a #2, 3 or 4 Duo-Loc snap. No swivel!

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CHEVYRIDAZ reply :

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No brainer for me, I direct tie everything.

Stringjam reply :

I use a SNAP ONLY on all crankbaits.

I also take off the split-ring.

I think the poll might be a little skewed - - as some of the "direct tie" people might be tying directly to a split-ring, which would not actually be DIRECT tying.

Direct tying to a crankbait's line-tie is one of the best ways I know of to kill the action.

Dock Master reply :

Question, why do you guys not use the swivel but you use the snaps?

Stringjam reply :

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Question, why do you guys not use the swivel but you use the snaps?

I think the better question might be - why WOULD you use a swivel. Crankbaits don't spin in a circle.....using a swivel is just a bunch of unneeded weight and hardware.

Dock Master reply :

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Question, why do you guys not use the swivel but you use the snaps?

I think the better question might be - why WOULD you use a swivel. Crankbaits don't spin in a circle.....using a swivel is just a bunch of unneeded weight and hardware.

Oh ok, thats something I didn't think of.

Thanks for the quick answer.

Zilch reply :

I didn't vote because it all depends on how lazy I'm feeling. I either tie on directly or use a snap.

bmadd reply :

Berkley Cross-Lok snaps. No split rings.

RoLo reply :

Direct Tie

One exception is during vacation.

For instance, many Canadian lakes offer multiple opportunities (e.g. largemouth, smallmouth, walleyes & pike).

When I get tired of cutting & retying, I'll sometimes use a No.2 Duolock Snap (Offshore Angler) without a swivel.

Roger

BobP reply :

I use a Normal Speed Clip or a crosslock snap after I remove the split ring. I'd like the Speed Clips to have a little larger ring, say the size of a #2 split ring, but I'm generally happy with them and have never lost a fish on one. It sure makes changing crankbaits easy!

Mottfia reply :

O rings for me. I have no trouble with them or retieing. I haven't experimented with trying straight to the lure but I have read that it takes away from the action of the bait. You guys will have to tell me yall's take on that

Mottfia

Danny1991 reply :

If there's a split ring I tie directly to that, if not I add one then tie to it.

ALbasser reply :

No-swivel snap for me with the split ring removed.

Fishing Rhino reply :

I don't fish cranks much, but when I do, the majority of the time I tie with a Rapala knot.

If I'm going to do some experimenting with cranks, I'll use a snap, only for expedience sake.

iceintheveins reply :

Direct tie with a rapala knot.

slider head reply :

I used to use snaps. Now, I just direct tie everything.

fishfordollars reply :

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No brainer for me, I direct tie everything.

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angler1 reply :

Direct tie. My feeling is that the snap swivel is adding something to your line/lure that will cause it to look unnatural.

Bankbeater reply :

I'll use a snap and hook on to the lure's split ring if it has one. If I can get a pattern down, or find a lure that they are hitting, then I'll tie directly to the split ring.

J-B reply :

I usualy tie to the lure but lately I have been considering the snap swivel. My 9 year old daughter uses one for everything (she is scared of getting hooked when tying knots) and the last 5 or 6 times that I have taken her fishing, she has out fished me while using the snap swivel. I might just have to give it a try.

CWB reply :

Smallest Rosco Duolock snap I can get away with that is tested above line test I'm using. Usually size 51 or 52. Don't like tying to the split ring as the knot always seems to move to the split portion. Oval shaped split rings are better.

Andy Nuyen reply :

If I'm not sure what they want I'll use a snap so I can change baits easily. Once I figure it out I'll tie direct.

If I'm running cranks through timber or trees I always tie direct.

SkilletSizeBass. reply :

I use snap/swivels on all my lures. I thought it would just give them more action, and, I can't see as good as I use to keep retying my knots, so it helps. But, after reading Stringjams post, I dont know why I've been using a snap/swivel . I think I'll change to just a snap.

tritz18 reply :

I used to use swivels but then I went to direct tie. I don't think it matters that much but I really love direct ties.

zbigbadaaron reply :

direct tie only

retiredbosn reply :

A question for those who remove the split ring. Why? I use snaps only, and if it has a split ring attach to it, if not to the tie. I am a CB novice, so please explain. Does it affect the action? Or is it a fouling issue?

GRiver reply :

I tie everything but my brother-in-law just pick up some speed clips...said they give the lure more action...don't know personaly.

dodgeguy reply :

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Direct tie. My feeling is that the snap swivel is adding something to your line/lure that will cause it to look unnatural.

and those big hooks hanging down look natural?i use a snap with no split ring.

Jake. reply :

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A question for those who remove the split ring. Why? I use snaps only, and if it has a split ring attach to it, if not to the tie. I am a CB novice, so please explain. Does it affect the action? Or is it a fouling issue?

It creates an unnecessary joint that absorbs some of the crankbait's action.

looking4structure reply :

Direct tie for me.Never tried a snap swivel.

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