Tie direct to lure or....

[Mancaveburnett]

I have always tied directly to the lure. What's people's opinions on these?
Do you think this will scare away the fish?
I'm looking for a quicker way to change out lures.

[bootstrap]

duo lock snap to lure. leader to micro swivel above.

[esox_xtm]

Don't like Duo-Locks, had 'em open up plus they are weed catchers. Tried these open water this past year and haven't found anything to dislike yet: SPRO Split Snap

The size #1/10# test are very small with the size numbers incrementally increasing in physical size. The size #3/45# test is just right for #7 Jigging Rap or equivalent sized spoon.

They don't come with a swivel but I prefer mine up the line anyway or you can easily add your own. My vote goes to their (SPRO) power swivels.

Sometimes I do still tie direct, especially if the jig is extremely tiny.

[piersm2]

Don't like Duo-Locks, had 'em open up plus they are weed catchers. Tried these open water this past year and haven't found anything to dislike yet: SPRO Split Snap

How far up are you tying the swivel?
The size #1/10# test are very small with the size numbers incrementally increasing in physical size. The size #3/45# test is just right for #7 Jigging Rap or equivalent sized spoon.

They don't come with a swivel but I prefer mine up the line anyway or you can easily add your own. My vote goes to their (SPRO) power swivels.

Sometimes I do still tie direct, especially if the jig is extremely tiny.

[esox_xtm]

Depending on what I'm targeting, how clear the water is and if the bite is hot or not the swivel might be 12 - 14" or as much as 3 feet from the business end of the leader. Aggressive bites and stained water mean more latitude for less than perfect presentations. Clear water and finicky bites mean everything has to be just right. The lightest line with least hardware generally does better though I have seen exceptions.

I'm wondering what lure the OP had in mind or if it was just a general question.

[Iceassin]

Direct tie...no split shot...no swivel...no floats. Tip-ups?...a little more hardware.

[mistertwister]

I’ve always been direct tie, tip up set up is a little different

[trapper2000]

whats a swivel?

[Chowdaire]

Spoons and minnow style baits I use the size 12 vmc rolling swivel followed by 2’ of fluorocarbon and a size 00 vmc crankbait snap. Both are tiny and the snap makes changing up easier in the cold.

I run straight fluoro on an in-line reel and tie direct for jigs to avoid line twist.

[filetandrelease]

Barrel swivel leader and a classic mustard snap at the business end ,for perch and eyes ,

[piersm2]

I like how everyone has a little different setup.  No one size fits all.  Think it comes down to more of what you are confident in fishing.

[filetandrelease]

I like how everyone has a little different setup.  No one size fits all.  Think it comes down to more of what you are confident in fishing.

So true

[mkiburz]

I tie  a size 0 swivel in then run 30" of fluorocarbon leaders below the swivel. That way your main line doesn't get chewed up. 

[Garufi518]

whats a swivel?

Trying to figure this out 🤔

[JTrottaNY]

Barrel swivel leader and a classic mustard snap at the business end ,for perch and eyes ,

This, but I think he meant "mustad" also found under "no knot"

[Iceassin]

whats a swivel?

This...


https://www.basspro.com/shop/en/sampo-ball-bearing-swivels-with-split-rings?hvarAID=shopping_googleproductextensions&affcode_c=&gclid=CjwKCAiA0O7fBRASEiwAYI9QAqbAhNu-YqykJDCR0gbKUY662cyD1T5WaEoVBa6DsQC64p2Qz-KzHRoC4L8QAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

[trapper2000]

interesting how  everyone  sets  up and the reasons they do .... my main target is blue gills and  crappies  and I tie  directly to the line  i don't  even use  a reel  just a  1 1/2" spool.....now  perch  fish i  jump up to a  shorter  rod  and a reel   because  generally i'm in deeper water ...walleyes  love catching them  but rather eat perch  .....  still no swivel  .... that's not saying my set up is  better  because it's probably not  i'm just to lazy and cheap to change

[filetandrelease]

This, but I think he meant "mustad" also found under "no knot"

Dam auto correct

[Iceassin]

Dam auto correct

Love using these...perfect for changing jigs. Problem is, the eye of the 3mm jigs I use are just too small. But they are excellent for horizontals...gives the same action as a loop tied in the line.

[frostbittin]

I've always used no-knots, makes changing out jigs really simple...and never once have I had one open up and lose a lure. I did buy micro barrel swivels this year (ones used for steelhead fishing), to try to cut down on line twist on the spinning reels.

[DeadEyez]

Barrel swivel leader and a classic mustard snap at the business end ,for perch and eyes ,

Can you tie a leader on for me Fred?? 

[NateD]

This...


https://www.basspro.com/shop/en/sampo-ball-bearing-swivels-with-split-rings?hvarAID=shopping_googleproductextensions&affcode_c=&gclid=CjwKCAiA0O7fBRASEiwAYI9QAqbAhNu-YqykJDCR0gbKUY662cyD1T5WaEoVBa6DsQC64p2Qz-KzHRoC4L8QAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

Trying to figure this out 🤔

whats a swivel?

Right over their heads lol, tie direct for the win.

[sodussut]

Direct always!

[TNT5859]

Direct tie 100%!!!!

[Hando]

I am also a fan of the fly fishing and speed snap. They are super small and have not had a noticeable impact on the fish. The time saved and frustration avoided from re-tying all the time has me sold on these.

[filetandrelease]

Can you tie a leader on for me Fred?? 

Ok , sorry Bob the doubl uni instruction was given during a 30 mph boat ride lol ,, so I guess you’ll have to use a barrel swivel, until ice classes resume 🤪

[DeadEyez]

Ok , sorry Bob the doubl uni instruction was given during a 30 mph boat ride lol ,, so I guess you’ll have to use a barrel swivel, until ice classes resume 🤪

😂😂 just glad I missed when you and Shaner tried to imitate the dukes of hazard out there jumping those waves!!

[Zern]

I am also a fan of the fly fishing and speed snap. They are super small and have not had a noticeable impact on the fish. The time saved and frustration avoided from re-tying all the time has me sold on these.

I second the use of Snaps for panfish. I have seen them in 3 different sizes. I also use a pair of forceps to hold the damn things.

[filetandrelease]

😂😂 just glad I missed when you and Shaner tried to imitate the dukes of hazard out there jumping those waves!!

Omg Bob you should have been there , 1 of the biggest boat waves I’ve seen on dead calm water , not as bad a when I broke a rib in rough seas , now that’s twice snag has tried to slow me up , just more stories to share when we are all sitting around  the coffe table swapping tall tales lol

[JayWirth]

Cold fingers make it hard to change jigs - I us the snap clips that look like a    ?    shape