Mustad KVD Fastach Clips 2024
Big Rick reply :
Anyone that fishes with a leader knows the frustration of multiple reties that shorten your leader with every lure. That said, I've seen the Mustad KVD Fastch clips. You can get them with or without the swivel. Has anyone had any lengthy experience with these? Do they hold up to abuse? Will they handle a big fish confidently?
dgkasper58 reply :
On 9/12/2018 at 2:38 AM, Big Rick said:Anyone that fishes with a leader knows the frustration of multiple reties that shorten your leader with every lure. That said, I've seen the Mustad KVD Fastch clips. You can get them with or without the swivel. Has anyone had any lengthy experience with these? Do they hold up to abuse? Will they handle a big fish confidently?
I was told about these a few months ago when I was asking about whopper plopper setups as the long casts loopy line once you get a weed. People swore by them on here- Said the keeper looks terrible but everyone who has one said they never lost anything.
I went to buy some and everywhere was sold out of the size I wanted. I will be buying them.
Junger reply :
I use both the clips and ball bearing swivel/clips, and have not had any problems with them. They do get a little tricky with lures with a cupped face (poppers), or lures with a plastic lip where the eyelet is inset. Hard to explain, but the way you have to curl the clip on can sometimes make it a little tricky. Duo-lock clips have the advantage in those situations.
Big Rick reply :
On 9/12/2018 at 3:11 AM, Junger said:I use both the clips and ball bearing swivel/clips, and have not had any problems with them. They do get a little tricky with lures with a cupped face (poppers), or lures with a plastic lip where the eyelet is inset. Hard to explain, but the way you have to curl the clip on can sometimes make it a little tricky. Duo-lock clips have the advantage in those situations.
What size do you use?
Junger reply :
On 9/12/2018 at 3:36 AM, Big Rick said:What size do you use?
Size 0 Clips for smaller lures around 1/8-3/8oz like poppers, jerkbaits.
Size 1 Clips for lures around 1/2-1oz like medium swimbaits, chatterbaits
Size 0.0 Swivels for small inline spinners like Mepps.
Size 1.2 Swivels for larger lures up to about 1oz like whopper ploppers, Spro BBZ Rats
tcbass reply :
Love them. I use the KVD Swivel Fastaches on all of my baitcasters.
They dont catch any weeds that I’ve noticed. If there are weeds it’s always the lure.
Big Rick reply :
Thanks! I guess my biggest concern is the ability to handle a big fish. I fish a lot of structure and don't want to lose a big one due to failure of the clip. Yes, I let my drag do the hard work, but I've had issues with clips/swivels in the past so I'm a bit skittish.
Junger reply :
On 9/12/2018 at 5:52 AM, Big Rick said:Thanks! I guess my biggest concern is the ability to handle a big fish. I fish a lot of structure and don't want to lose a big one due to failure of the clip. Yes, I let my drag do the hard work, but I've had issues with clips/swivels in the past so I'm a bit skittish.
I like to go as minimal as possible, but never had any break of the clips so far. But maybe upsize to Size 2 or 3 if you're concerned about cover.
Size 0 - 15lbs
Size 1 - 25lbs
Size 2 - 50lbs
Happybeerbuzz reply :
I have them. I use them. My only complaint is that they are a hassle to use with split rings so I have started taking all of the split rings off of my lures in order to give it a true evaluation to decide if I want to make the lifestyle change. I haven’t completely decided yet.
With regards to small poppers, I have yet to find anything that works well enough that I have stopped tying loop knots.
I mostly use size 1 of both although I do have a pack of each in 2 that I haven’t gotten into yet.
islandbass reply :
On 9/12/2018 at 5:58 AM, Junger said:I like to go as minimal as possible, but never had any break of the clips so far. But maybe upsize to Size 2 or 3 if you're concerned about cover.
Size 0 - 15lbs
Size 1 - 25lbs
Size 2 - 50lbs
Does the weight refer to line test/strength? Thanks in advance.
Junger reply :
On 9/12/2018 at 10:32 PM, islandbass said:Does the weight refer to line test/strength? Thanks in advance.
Yes, the rated breaking strength. Size 3 is 75lbs, Size 4, 100lbs, etc.
islandbass reply :
@Junger Thanks!
tcbass reply :
On 9/12/2018 at 9:22 AM, Happybeerbuzz said:I have them. I use them. My only complaint is that they are a hassle to use with split rings so I have started taking all of the split rings off of my lures in order to give it a true evaluation to decide if I want to make the lifestyle change. I haven’t completely decided yet.
With regards to small poppers, I have yet to find anything that works well enough that I have stopped tying loop knots.
I mostly use size 1 of both although I do have a pack of each in 2 that I haven’t gotten into yet.
I've found that split rings sorta suck too but they can be done quickly and easily with practice.
Here's a review of the regular Fastash clips.
Junger reply :
I take off all the stock split rings and use these. Texas Tackle split ring pliers make them ezmode to remove.
I do use the Fastach with chatterbaits and the stock blade clips. I actually think it helps the blade start up faster on retrieve...just my opinion on that though.
burrows reply :
Pline cross lock my favorite cheap to!
Big Rick reply :
On 9/13/2018 at 10:05 AM, Burrows said:Pline cross lock my favorite cheap to!
I've tried those. My biggest issue is the bend at the clasp is so tight that some hook eyes on baits like under spins and such won't hardly fit.
burrows reply :
On 9/13/2018 at 10:13 AM, Big Rick said:I've tried those. My biggest issue is the bend at the clasp is so tight that some hook eyes on baits like under spins and such won't hardly fit.
Yeah I know exactly what you mean but I only use them on crankbaits and they have good action because of the shape and they are very snagless.
Personally I tie directly to any jig type bait under spins jigs spinner baits always tie directly to the bait.
DINK WHISPERER reply :
On 9/13/2018 at 10:05 AM, Burrows said:Pline cross lock my favorite cheap to!
These are the only ones I use as well. Never had one fail. I throw the 10xd on it too.
Big Rick reply :
Thanks, everyone for chiming in with your thoughts. I've got some on my wishlist on TW. I couldn't find them at any retail stores. BP, Acadamy, DSG, or Field and Stream. So, I'll just order them online.
Thanks again!!
Big Rick reply :
Quick update: Got my clips in and went fishing. No issues with them bending out. Quality is outstanding. I learned a shortcut on baits that have a split ring, by the way. I just bypass the split ring and connect directly to the lure tie. I leave the split ring on. Just put the clip above the split ring. Have had no issues with that. In fact, it was quite the opposite. The clip will snap right on the lure tie very easily and the action of the lure is totally unaffected. I tried several different topwater lures; poppers, walking baits, and Whopper Plopper. Caught some fish as well.
Thanks to everyone allaying my fears of these clips failing during a fish battle. They definitely work, really cut down on swap time, and ultimately help the baits action.
tcbass reply :
On 9/22/2018 at 2:01 AM, Big Rick said:Quick update: Got my clips in and went fishing. No issues with them bending out. Quality is outstanding. I learned a shortcut on baits that have a split ring, by the way. I just bypass the split ring and connect directly to the lure tie. I leave the split ring on. Just put the clip above the split ring. Have had no issues with that. In fact, it was quite the opposite. The clip will snap right on the lure tie very easily and the action of the lure is totally unaffected. I tried several different topwater lures; poppers, walking baits, and Whopper Plopper. Caught some fish as well.
Thanks to everyone allaying my fears of these clips failing during a fish battle. They definitely work, really cut down on swap time, and ultimately help the baits action.
Great!
pauldconyers reply :
My concern has always been a lose of sensitivity with something like this. If true should they only be considered for moving baits where it is not so much an issue?
Choporoz reply :
Years ago, I tried Norman's, but found them hard to use for me old fingers. I've tried the newer ones like these and Spros, but, honestly, I find tying, faster, more reliable, and easier than any of them. OP mentioned problem of shortening leader by re-tying, but I have never 'used up' an entire 6 foot leader in a day of lure changing.
waymont reply :
These are for sure the strongest clips I have found, and the easiest to use.
I had a monster bass come off a VMC cross lock snap rated for 24lbs on 8Lb line. Never again.
Only this is these clips can't be used with cupped poppers because the line tie is too recessed.
The 50lb is good for all bass fishing duties. Also, they don't pick up any weeds.
https://www.amazon.com/TACTICAL-ANGLERS-Power-Clips/dp/B00CFTOB22?th=1&psc=1
The Bassman reply :
On 2/23/2019 at 8:39 PM, Choporoz said:Years ago, I tried Norman's, but found them hard to use for me old fingers.
Sorry. Couldn't help myself.
Crow Horse reply :
Ordered some fastech clips. Can't wait to use them!
John Lee Pettimore reply :
On 2/24/2019 at 1:48 AM, waymont said:These are for sure the strongest clips I have found, and the easiest to use.
I had a monster bass come off a VMC cross lock snap rated for 24lbs on 8Lb line. Never again.
Only this is these clips can't be used with cupped poppers because the line tie is too recessed.
The 50lb is good for all bass fishing duties. Also, they don't pick up any weeds.
https://www.amazon.com/TACTICAL-ANGLERS-Power-Clips/dp/B00CFTOB22?th=1&psc=1
I'll also agree. Used them all last year and zero issues. I have used all the snap types and these are by far the absolute favorite of any I have used.
Crow Horse reply :
Has anyone compared the Mustad Fastach clips to the Rosco drop shot clips? They look similar and are cheaper...
pauldconyers reply :
I may give these a try. I am thinking this would be a great option on my wife and kids rods so I don't spend so much time swapping out baits for them (when they complain after 5 casts the reason they did not catch anything is that lure) giving me more time to fish!
ike8120 reply :
On 2/25/2019 at 12:31 AM, John Lee Pettimore said:I'll also agree. Used them all last year and zero issues. I have used all the snap types and these are by far the absolute favorite of any I have used.
What size have you been using?
John Lee Pettimore reply :
On 3/8/2019 at 1:14 AM, ike8120 said:What size have you been using?
I only have used the 50. I don't know if they can hold up to the 50# label, but I have never had one fail.
I also find the 50 is small enough to get in a popper's cupped face. Difficult, but you can do it if you want to make a quick change.
ike8120 reply :
Anyone know who has the Fastach clip with swivel size 0 in stock. Seems like everyone is out of stock or the shipping is just ridiculous for 1 package.
Update:
Looks like a dealer in China has them Cheaper then buying in the US
pauldconyers reply :
I think I am going to try these and see what I think. With a wife, 8 year old and 4 year old that I have to do everything for when we are out fishing anything I can do to reduce my time without a line in the water is a welcome thing. I am leaning away from the model with the swivel I think but I have no idea which size to go with. Can anyone point me to the correct size to go with? They mostly would through moving baits like lipless cranks, chatterbaits, squarebills and such. The other things they'd use like worms or spinner baits I wouldn't look to use one. Just anything I can to save time.
Crow Horse reply :
I think you'll be happy with the #2 Fastach clip. For me it's the perfect size.....
pauldconyers reply :
On 3/21/2019 at 8:26 AM, Crow Horse said:I think you'll be happy with the #2 Fastach clip. For me it's the perfect size.....
Unless others can give me reason to think differently then that's what I'll go with. Looks like TW has them in size 1, 2 and 3. However I've read all the posts I can find about them here on Bass Resource and I've seen guys post pictures of them in the package and it says it is size "2.3" and such. What's up with that?
txchaser reply :
I only fish two rods, so change-outs are a thing for me.
I have them in the smallest (25lbs) and the next to smallest. I just use the smallest, my leader is 15lbs anyway. Medium are too big.
Probably 50+ fish in on the experiment, never lost a bait or a fish. I'm nearing being comfy enough with them to pull the split rings off my hardbaits.
pauldconyers reply :
Forgive my stupidity but I assume this is correct?
Burke reply :
On 3/22/2019 at 2:24 AM, pauldconyers said:Forgive my stupidity but I assume this is correct?
That's correct
Crow Horse reply :
On 3/21/2019 at 1:10 PM, txchaser said:I only fish two rods, so change-outs are a thing for me.
I have them in the smallest (25lbs) and the next to smallest. I just use the smallest, my leader is 15lbs anyway. Medium are too big.
Probably 50+ fish in on the experiment, never lost a bait or a fish. I'm nearing being comfy enough with them to pull the split rings off my hardbaits.
There is one size smaller. The "0" size is 15# rated and is extremely small.
pauldconyers reply :
I assume those number are the strength pound test? And I'd also assume the part that is "curled" that attachs to the baits split rings is curved enough to prevent it from flying off mid cast or while battling a monster bass?
Crow Horse reply :
On 3/22/2019 at 7:26 AM, pauldconyers said:I assume those number are the strength pound test? And I'd also assume the part that is "curled" that attachs to the baits split rings is curved enough to prevent it from flying off mid cast or while battling a monster bass?
Yes and yes.....
txchaser reply :
On 3/22/2019 at 6:52 AM, Crow Horse said:There is one size smaller. The "0" size is 15# rated and is extremely small.
Nice! I ordered some, as the 1 size was too big for anything finesse-y, and I mostly don't trust regular clips. The higher quality japanese ones have been fine, but I still cringe flexing that metal.
pauldconyers reply :
On 3/29/2019 at 1:32 PM, txchaser said:Nice! I ordered some, as the 1 size was too big for anything finesse-y, and I mostly don't trust regular clips. The higher quality japanese ones have been fine, but I still cringe flexing that metal.
So what size would you recommend for most normal applications?
Junger reply :
On 3/30/2019 at 12:36 AM, pauldconyers said:So what size would you recommend for most normal applications?
Size 1 is probably the best all around fastach clip. I rarely use the size 2's. Like txchaser said, size 0 for the finessy stuff like 1/16 oz ball head jigs or something.
Dangerfield reply :
I use the #1 size on all my crankbaits and jerkbaits. They have a small learning curve but work great. I can't find the swivel version locally, but they would be perfect for a whopper plopper or suicide duck
Smalls reply :
On 2/24/2019 at 1:48 AM, waymont said:These are for sure the strongest clips I have found, and the easiest to use.
I had a monster bass come off a VMC cross lock snap rated for 24lbs on 8Lb line. Never again.
Only this is these clips can't be used with cupped poppers because the line tie is too recessed.
The 50lb is good for all bass fishing duties. Also, they don't pick up any weeds.
https://www.amazon.com/TACTICAL-ANGLERS-Power-Clips/dp/B00CFTOB22?th=1&psc=1
Spro makes the exact same product, albeit more expensive. I threw a couple packs in my last TW order just to try em out. Definitely a small learning curve to get them on easily, but after that, I fell in love with em.
I was a huge fan of the VMC crankbait snaps, but I’ve switched over to these. Nothing to snag grass, nothing to possibly pull open and easy on-easy off.
txchaser reply :
On 3/30/2019 at 12:45 AM, Junger said:Size 1 is probably the best all around fastach clip. I rarely use the size 2's. Like txchaser said, size 0 for the finessy stuff like 1/16 oz ball head jigs or something.
Just got the size zero in. So tiny in person, just perfect for finesse, and double the line strength anyway.
I'd try the tactical anglers power clips mentioned above if they had smaller sizes.
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