Crankbaits Snaps Split Rings Or Both? 2025
TxHawgs reply :
I really need to make a decision here of what to use on my cranks the split rings that come on em snaps or like some guys both, they just connect the snap to the split ring. Think I can count the last one out maybe it gives it more action but I don't have time to try every crank I have to see if it works better with one both or either. I guess I want to use snaps for quick lure change, and no worries of line breaking cuz of it rubbing back and forth from the single to double wire on the ring. This has been asked before but not enough answers for a good decision, just answer snap, split ring or both if u want I would really appreciate it guys, thanks!
Bluebasser86 reply :
One or the other but not both. I prefer to tie to the split ring but nothing wrong with using the appropriate sized snap if the split ring is removed.
Montanaro reply :
I tried the snaps after a tournament where i tried about 10 different cranks.
Turns out Im faster tying SDJ knot than working the snap on the small eye.
Topwaterspook reply :
I tie directly to the rings. I have changed the vast majority of my crankbaits over to oval split rings. This eliminates the issue of having the line slip into the ring itself. I have found that using a snap with split ring tends to give me more hook tangles.
TxHawgs reply :
On 12/8/2015 at 9:09 PM, Topwaterspook said:I tie directly to the rings. I have changed the vast majority of my crankbaits over to oval split rings. This eliminates the issue of having the line slip into the ring itself. I have found that using a snap with split ring tends to give me more hook tangles.
That's interesting, good to know!
WIGuide reply :
cgolf reply :
I have always used snaps for Crankbaits and never thought about the split ring. If one is there I connect the snap to it, if not I go directly to the eye. No issues that I can think of.
Dwight Hottle reply :
I use a snap 100% of the time. Mostly right to the split ring but on some lures I do remove the split ring to compensate the difference in weight added by the snap.
Mike L reply :
On 12/8/2015 at 10:51 PM, Dwight Hottle said:I use a snap 100% of the time. Mostly right to the split ring but on some lures I do remove the split ring to compensate the difference in weight added by the snap.
Ditto
Mike
ww2farmer reply :
I have always tied direct to the split ring.
This coming season I am going to take the split ring off a few and use a snap, just for grins and giggles.
jbw252 reply :
Snap.
blckshirt98 reply :
I use the Norman Speed Clips and attach to the split ring.
tholmes reply :
I never use snaps on crank baits. I tie directly to the split ring or eye, depending on the lure. This forces me to re-tie when I want to change lures, but that's not always a bad thing, as it gives me a chance to check the line for nicks and scuffs.
Tom
buzzed bait reply :
On 12/8/2015 at 7:54 PM, Montanaro said:I tried the snaps after a tournament where i tried about 10 different cranks.
Turns out Im faster tying SDJ knot than working the snap on the small eye.
i've tried to use the snaps (norman speed clips) out of convenience..... BUT like montanaro i wasted more time fooling with the clips than tying a knot. those tiny little clips are not made for gorilla hands like mine....
BacklashBassin' reply :
For crank baits I have always tied my line directly to the split ring. For some reason I've just been worried about the strength of the snaps so I never gave it a try. Snaps could give you an advantage of extra action possibly, however, I like to put another split ring on the existing split ring, it will let the crank bait sway much more freely and less uniformly (Becareful with this trick, I have used this method to add action before, but on certain crankbaits it can totally destroy the intended action, and swim way to erratically.) Also for people with large hands snaps can be a pain.
Jrob78 reply :
I tie direct to an oval split ring 100% of the time. As soon as I take a bait out of the package I put an oval split ring on and change the hooks, if necessary.
smallies24/7 reply :
On 12/9/2015 at 7:01 AM, Jrob78 said:I tie direct to an oval split ring 100% of the time. As soon as I take a bait out of the package I put an oval split ring on and change the hooks, if necessary.
Jrob, is this standard procedure for you with jerkbaits as well?
Jrob78 reply :
On 12/9/2015 at 7:04 AM, smallies24/7 said:Jrob, is this standard procedure for you with jerkbaits as well?
It is with the oval split ring, I put them on every hard bait that comes with a split ring. I'm less likely to change hooks initially with jerkbaits for fear of messing up the suspension.
long island basser reply :
On 12/9/2015 at 1:47 AM, blckshirt98 said:I use the Norman Speed Clips and attach to the split ring.
Myself also.
Bankbeater reply :
Depending on what I am fishing for, and the bait I am using, I may or may not tie directly to the split ring. When I use a snap I just hook it directly to the split ring if there is one.
RyanFishing reply :
I use oval split rings on all my crankbaits and tie direct. I used the snap a few times but didn't really like it. I also like retying my line often so I prefer to retie everytime I switch crankbaits.
PAGreg reply :
I have started taking the split rings off and using a snap to the eye. I found it is much quicker and easier to get the snap on the stationary eye.
FloridaFishinFool reply :
I never use split rings. Absolutely never! I remove them from all lures and tie direct to the lure. You will not find one single lure in my tackle boxes with them, except for attaching the hooks, but not the line.
If I need a loose knot for better lure motion I tie a rapala knot.
bigbill reply :
Split rings on most of all the CRANKBAIT and popper pull eyes. I use ball bearing locking snap swivels to change baits faster. I have a hard time tying knots.
I believe I get a better, smoother, wobble out of the crankbaits using locking snap swivels.
Split rings on hooks is suppose to be better for hookups.
TxHawgs reply :
Well looks like I'm gonna remove the split rings and go with a high quality snap as it will allow me to change baits faster to find what the fish want. I also won't neglect re-tying my line to my snap like some guys worry about.
Donnie Grinnan reply :
Fishing mostly rivers I am always checking my line and re-tying! I just use the rings as I figure that's one thing less to buy. I do favor the oval shaped rings for the reasons others have mentioned.
Fishes in trees reply :
I tried the snaps for a while one season, a few seasons back. I found them to be more trouble than they were worth. Just tie a knot.
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