Tying on lures with arthritis

[captain2002]

This is a shot in the dark, I love to fish but with arthritis and carpal tunnel, tying on lures is almost impossible. Took me 10 minutes to put a top water on my line, at least 12-15 tries before I did it. Other than a snap swivel I'm at a loss, and even have problems opening the snap. And the lures do not react as they should when using them.

 

I have done Google searched for help, but no real answers.

 

Suggestions any one???

 

Thank you.

[Lape0019]

A shot in the dark but would you be able to use a fishing knot tool?

[Fisherpete]

Berkley makes a product called Easy Clips - I used to use them all the time with good success. You will have to tie it on once, but after that changing lures is a breeze. I landed many big pike and muskies with no issues on them.

 

Here's a link:

 

http://www.berkley-fishing.com/Berkley%C2%AE-Easy-Clip-Snaps/Swivels/1285567,default,pd.html

 

Pete

[davey buoy]

As far as snaps,and tying directly?,I could argue that.I have seen no difference in catching fish quantity or size using either method. I personally prefer a snap swivel ,but that won't help you now. I'm sure you will get some great options!

[Terry]

Easy Clips is what I thought of too

 

or a young women

[misfish]

My pop bought one of those knot tying tools. He use,s it,but when I,m with him,I just do it for him. he mumbles about it,but I just say shut up and fish.LOL

[bare foot wader]

can you still work with hemostats, or needle nose pliers? I sometimes tie a clinch knot with hemostats when my fingers are really frozen, perhaps it would work easy enough for you too

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GW-WH5Ai44E

[misfish]

I have fought with that knot. Even with one bad finger. Thats the cats meow right there. Thank you.BFW. Right on.

[Musky or Specks]

I use a uni-knot/Duncan's you can tie it as large as you need too and then just tighten it. Like literally a foot wide to start and performance of the knot is still the best there is. Threading the eye will still be an issue however.

[Ralph Field]

Try this , it may help. Run your line through the eye of the lure, then form a loop above the lure leaving a long tag end, next hold the tag end below the lure while still pinching the loop above the lure, next spin the lure around the tag end 6 or 7 times, next run the tag end through the loop formed above the lure , pull tight, moisten the knot and snug it down to the eye of the lure. Much easier then it sounds.

[Musky or Specks]

Try this , it may help. Run your line through the eye of the lure, then form a loop above the lure leaving a long tag end, next hold the tag end below the lure while still pinching the loop above the lure, next spin the lure around the tag end 6 or 7 times, next run the tag end through the loop formed above the lure , pull tight, moisten the knot and snug it down to the eye of the lure. Much easier then it sounds.

Thats a Uni/Duncan

[cuzza]

These might work for you http://www.basspro.com/NoKnot-FasSnap/product/2463/ once it's tied on, you just need to get the free end into the eye of the lure and pull, I use them when changing lures frequently. I like those Berkley Easy Snaps too, great for cold fingers!

[captain2002]

Thanks guys for all the ideas, I will check them all out and let you know what's best for me. I knew I came to the right forum.

[BillM]

My pop bought one of those knot tying tools. He use,s it,but when I,m with him,I just do it for him. he mumbles about it,but I just say shut up and fish.LOL

 

I do the same, not because he can't but I don't want him losing $30 lures because of bad knots!

Edited August 1, 2014 by BillM

[Gerritt]

Ever try Celebrex? It has helped a lot of folks with arthritis. I know it is not a fancy tool, it is a medication... Seems to help a lot for those suffering from arthritis related inflammation.

 

Just a thought,

 

G

[misfish]

 

I do the same, not because he can't but I don't want him losing $30 lures because of bad knots!

 

[adam lancia]

Not sure if these would help you or not: http://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Daiichi_Seiko_Finger_Saver/descpage-DSFSK.html

[Hank Jr]

Hhere is the stringease I use it for Muskies it comes in different sizes for Bass to Walleyes makes changing lures quick and easy . I been using them the last several years on Cowgirls and Bulldogs never had one fail or break

[Hank Jr]

Sorry I thought I pasted a picture of the Stringease multi use clip but it didn't work . You can buy them at several online shops . Do a search and look them over it will help your problem no opening snaps just a quick twist . I have most of my Muskie buddies using them now so far everyone likes them

[misfish]

Is this it Hank? Many to choose from.

 

[captain2002]

Thanks again one and all some great tips, looks like online shopping is now on my to do list.

 

Gerritt I tried Celebrex along with every other know prescription for pain and inflammation. I have 2 total knee replacements, having a hip replaced this winter and Dec 2015 a total shoulder replacement. Can you say "Bionic man" As you can see I have an issue with Cartilage, or the lack of it. Contact sports and osteoarthritis equals me......

[Hank Jr]

Yes Misfish top left one I use the 120 lb test one for Muskies