Snap Swivels

[HUKDONFAWNIX]

Hello everyone,

 

I am wondering if using a small snap swivel while ice fishing will negatively effect the action of a jig, spoon or hard bait to the point that there is no point in using one?

 

If I am constantly changing my presentation throughout the day with numb fingers.....I think I would be wasting precious fishing time fumbling with the line and lure.

 

What are the pros and cons of using a snap swivel? Should I use one at all?

 

Thank you in advance for your help.

[richyb]

I always use one while ice fishing .. quick to change hooks and also you dont get the mssive line twist you would get from jigging a spoon tied direct.

Edited November 20, 2008 by richyb

[DANIMAL]

Unless line twist is an issue, Just use the snap. I use stay lock snaps in 30-50 lb and they are small and light enough that they dont effect the action of most baits. For small jigs and live bait I like to tie direct to be a little more finesse.

[iceslayer]

For panfishin I tie dirrectly to the tiny jig, 100% of the time. Those bluegill's and crappies can be pretty finicky most of the time.

For bigger, game fish it's perfect to use a (small) snap swivell to make it easy for quik changes..

 

Cheers!

[dheitzner]

I never use a snap or a snapswivel while icefishing or otherwise(next to pike/musky fishing with a leader).

I think that in clear water especially, the snap/snapswivel discourages bites. If line twist is an issue, I'll throw a micro swivel 12 to 18" up the line.

I have had more than one occasion when I am killing without a snapswivel and my buddy isn't getting any action with one.

Trust me, it's worth the cold hands while tying a knot.

[Governator]

I simply can't wait to give ice fishing a try.