Thanks a TON to all the guys who responded. I hafta confess
that I had never even heard of Duo-Lock snaps before, but I
Googled 'em up and it looks like they are available almost
everywhere......I'll probably even look at my Super WalMart
here and put some in the tackle box. I do have access to a
gunite pool near here......what a great tip and a sure-fire
way to ck out a lure's action. Happy New Year gents.
Ed S.
"Ed Sievers" wrote in message
...
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")