HUKDONFAWNIX Posted November 20, 2008 Report Share Posted November 20, 2008 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richyb Posted November 20, 2008 Report Share Posted November 20, 2008 (edited) 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DANIMAL Posted November 20, 2008 Report Share Posted November 20, 2008 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iceslayer Posted November 20, 2008 Report Share Posted November 20, 2008 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! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dheitzner Posted November 20, 2008 Report Share Posted November 20, 2008 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Governator Posted November 20, 2008 Report Share Posted November 20, 2008 I simply can't wait to give ice fishing a try. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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