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stripadan · 02-26-2008, 08:12 PM

I put split rings on all my plugs that didn't come with them. I used to tie direct to split ring. Equivalent action of snap with no snap failure. Then came breakaways. I use the bigger breakaway when possible or tie direct if I feel it is too big for conditions. Black swivels to keep blues away in case I'm fishing during daylight.

I also put split rings on my Canal jigs. When the hook eye started to rust, I didn't feel comfortable tying direct. No noticeable difference in results, but more confidence in line wear.

02-26-2008, 08:12 PM	#23
stripadan stripadan Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: wareham Posts: 101	I put split rings on all my plugs that didn't come with them. I used to tie direct to split ring. Equivalent action of snap with no snap failure. Then came breakaways. I use the bigger breakaway when possible or tie direct if I feel it is too big for conditions. Black swivels to keep blues away in case I'm fishing during daylight. I also put split rings on my Canal jigs. When the hook eye started to rust, I didn't feel comfortable tying direct. No noticeable difference in results, but more confidence in line wear.