snaps vs snap swivels vs rings ?

[Carrot_Stix]

I want to change baits fast because of size or color for hard baits.

What do you guys use for your hard baits?

I like snap swivels because I don't get line twist but I feel it lessens the action of the lure though. With the other two I am always afraid/hate the line twisting.

I just don't know which one I should use. Thanks.

[J Francho]

Snaps and swivels, just never together.

[kLuo]

Snaps and swivels, just never together.

x2

[AV8TOR]

Try a Duo-lock snap

[SirSnookalot]

I use duolocks only because I've gotten lazy, I can tie a loop knot nearly as fast.

I use the same size 3/4" for bass as well as snook, jack and tarpon.  I have seen no reduction in lure action loop vs duolock.

[Boogey Man]

Try a Duo-lock snap

X2.

[tholmes]

Snaps and swivels, just never together.

X3. Duo-locks are the best.

Tom

[islandbass]

x4. Use snap swivels at your own risk. They can (and have on me) pop open and you could lose the lure.

However duos I do use when I get too lazy or when certain lures call for them.

[SuskyDude]

Forget the snaps, learn how to tie a knot quicker. I can tie a palomar in less time it takes me to open and close a snap swivel.

[Raul]

Snap ---> cranks, hard swimbaits

Snap-swivel combo ---> in-line spinners

Direct tie ---> cranks, swimbaits, spinnerbaits, hooks.

[Fishohio]

Bass snaps for cranks. First thing I do to a new crank is take the o-ring off the line tie. :-?

Tie direct on spinnerbaits and jigs. ;D

Just my 2 cent!

[bassin is addicting]

Try a Duo-lock snap

X5

[Dave P]

Try a Duo-lock snap

X5

Make that X6

[Gamec0cks5]

I've used the Berkley Cross Locs too, I use the 30lb version but they seem really small, but haven't had a problem with them either

[OnthePotomac]

Carrot Stix, this may help you.

USE SWIVELS ON

Carolina rigs

Fluke rigs

In line spinners (If line

twist occurs)

USE SNAP SWIVELS OR

SWIVELS ON

Standard Spoons

Mepps Syclops

TIE DIRECT TO

Buzz  baits

Chuggers (or split ring/duolock)

Jigs

Frogs/rats

Prop baits

Spinner baits

Stick baits (i.e.Zara Spook)

Tail spinners

Weedless spoons

Weight forward spinners

TIE TO SPLIT RING OR

DUOLOCK  SNAP

Crank baits

Lipless crank baits

Jerk baits

Blade baits

Jigging spoons*

* Swivel if desired