"Dan, danl, Redbeard uh Greybeard now" wrote in message
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On Tue, 1 Jan 2008 21:45:35 -0600, "Ed Sievers"
wrote:

I am real new to bass fishing and I read a great thread for
newbies (in the rofb archives) re the pros and cons of using
snap swivels, barrel swivels, 2 to 3 ft leaders with a
swivel, etc. The opinions were varied but no one
recommeded attaching a swivel of any kind at the lure.
However, none of the guys who posted in the thread
addressed the split ring that often comes with a new lure;
e.g. a crankbait. Should I attach my line to the split ring
for the best/correct action whenever the manufacturer
provides one? I recall that some really good fishermen have
advised me that when trout fishing with a spoon, to always
tie the line directly to the spoon for best lure action.

TIA
Ed Sievers (aka "Old Phart")



Personally I would use the split ring. If you are unsure, tie it both
ways and watch the action in the water next to the boat or where ever.

Dan


Some baits it depends. Topwater for instance. On poppers I never use a
split ring. I like being able to move the knot up and down the eye of the
bait to control the type of spit or splunk the bait gives. With walk baits
some walk a little better with the split ring, but if you tie directly to
the bait they tend not to foul on the line as often. As Dan suggested try
it both ways and see what works for you.




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