to snap or not to snap

[ThrowingTimber]

if the 4/0 trebles dangling off the lure arent a deterant to the fish strking...... why would a snap be? now if you're fishing albies, tuna etc its a whole diff ball game, but bass and blues should be np.

[fishaholic18]

Originally Posted by ThrowingTimber

if the 4/0 trebles dangling off the lure arent a deterant to the fish strking...... why would a snap be?

Thats what I figure too Vic.
Although, I usually tie direct, no snap or swivel(just a matter of pref.). I hardly ever have a line twist problem. I primarily use 50# PP with a mono shock leader tied with an albrite knot.

[Rockport24]

Flap hit it right on the head I think. It's all a matter of preference and what works for you. It is good to hear what the "high liners" do though, it makes you think about better ways to do things.
I used to only tie direct, but have been using snaps for the last two years and don't notice any issues.
in reply to F-18's comment on the leader tied to the main line, I think Canalman had a good article about that in the fisherman at one point. that sounds like a good tactic, especially if you fish rocky areas and use braid as your main line.
DZ also had a great post a while back about going leaderless on full moon nights and it making a difference in hooking up.

[fishaholic18]

Originally Posted by Rockport24

in reply to F-18's comment on the leader tied to the main line, I think Canalman had a good article about that in the fisherman at one point. that sounds like a good tactic, especially if you fish rocky areas and use braid as your main line.

I think you are correct on that.

[zimmy]

breakaways cause I change lures probably more often than necessary.

[parker23]

I use either coastlock or breakaway snaps for all artificials. BUCKTAIL JIGS GET TIED DIRECT. I get a better feel w/direct tie on the jig.

[keeperreaper]

Plugs when dark out breakaway clips. Full moon when it is shining like God's spotlight direct.