How And When To Use A Snap Swivel, Clip Or Tie Directly

Catch more fish by using snap swivels and clips correctly. Also, sometimes it's much better to tie directly to the lure.

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[tcz]

If you're fishing for bass a snap swivel is just fine. They keep the line from twisting and you can switch out bait very quickly. The bass really don't care about the hardware up front they just seem to change day to day on what they want to hit. So the ability to change out lures quickly and find what they're hitting on is key.

[bradyobrien]

Super helpful. As a novice I've come a long way when it comes to actually catching fish, but now I'm working on streamlining my process of changing lures/bait so I can spend less time tying knots on the water and more time actually fishing. Thanks for the insight!

[win]

Never thought of it this way. Thanks. I normally just keep retying when needed since I am really fast at it but this has given me so ideas since i love using spinners on one rod and bait on another.

[MarkAndersonMortgage]

That was a phenomenal explanation. As a newer fisherman, I've been perplexed by how to use these tools properly. Thank you!

[fredward]

Nice presentation Dave. I am an avid fisherman, mostly walleye, but also pike, musky, bass, trout, ah heck, most anything that swims. I just love time on the water and fortunately my wife humors me, usually fishing/ reading. Anyhow, nice job. Btw, we have 4 girls, so watching you with you kids brought back a lot of memories. ✌🏻

[elijahwolter]

I'm almost a complete beginner when it comes to fishing this has been a very very helpful video! Thank you! God Bless!

[alexshort]

I like how simple you made all this to understand, never really used lures before, so I’m glad I came across this video.

[petecunnien]

I’m an old guy learning how to fish and this really helps!! Thank you

[NejatDemirhindi]

Swivel, snap. Swivel snap are always big question but you very well explained with reference and measurement. Thank you very much for shearing your experience

[MM-igiv]

Thanks.. I'm just getting back into fishing after 25 years or so... just forgot all about fishing and how fun it was. so you'd probably be surprised on how many people didn't know this about lures and swivels. thanks again!

[ianwaters]

I never use the clips or swivels now, since I stopped my fishing bites have increased massively. I’ll be sure to give it another try when using spinners thanks for the video very informative

[Kyleblank]

VERY helpful video. Been fishing here in Florida for year's and I've never heard such a clear explanation of this issue, thankyou sir👍🏼

[hodagtrapper]

Excellent information for all anglers both new and seasoned!

[ZtownTrain]

This is such a well thought out and useful video. I have fished a long time and did not know 70% of this excellent information.

[Its_mrp]

Snap Swivel (prevents line twist) - anything that spins (360)

Clip(convenient +action) - anything you want to more wobble… Jerkbaits, crank baits, spooks, frogs, big swim baits, etc.

Direct Knot - Live bait, slower moving things, buzzbait, chatterbait, spinnerbait, jigs, Texas, Carolina, drop shot, rig’s/ soft plastics, paddle tails, grubs, etc.

[userman]

So many answers in one place ! Amazing video for the begginers like me !

[ghostape]

When I was young I used a snap swivel, always. As I got more experience I dropped the snap swivel completely
I catch way more fish without the snap swivel almost 10 times as many fish especially in more clear water.

[sayEDBTZ]

Avoid snap swivels all together by putting swivels on the split rings of your lures. Minimal hardware, and you can tie direct so there’s no fear of bending it out. I do this on all my salmon spoons and so far 24lb lake trout haven’t been able to break em. They’ll bend out the hooks before they break it if your using a good split ring and swivel

[William-Bill-Munny]

The Invisaswivel changed trout fishing for me. Although how often I catch a fish then re-tie, water clarity, fish I'm trying to catch and the type of line I'm using has a lot to do with whether I use a swivel.

[charlesrichardson]

Great information on the use of swivels, I was thinking about incorporating them in my fishing arsenal. Thanks! Happy fishing everyone.