What size snaps for walleye?

A round cross lok style wire snap is the most practical way to attach any crankbait to the fishing line. A No. 2 size snap is popular with walleye anglers, but this size snap will slide into and damage the tip of many trolling rods.

Is it OK to use a snap swivel?

Just like fishing line, snap swivels are usually rated in breaking strength and they should never be used in a strength less than that of the line on the reel. At the very least, a swivel that keeps entering a rod tip will be a constant annoyance for anglers every time they attempt to let out line or make a cast.

Do snap swivels scare fish?

Anything You’ll Fish Fast, Below the Water Given that, it’s unlikely a snap swivel will scare any fish while attached to a crankbait or spinnerbait.

What is the best rig for walleye fishing?

The best rigs for walleye trolling are the bottom bouncer, lindy rig, and 3 way rig. All of these setups are designed to enable you to present your bait or lure close to the bottom, while covering large areas trolling for walleye.

Should I use a swivel with a spinner?

We do not recommend attaching a spinner directly to a swivel. Most fishermen use a swivel that is way too big and this can interfere with the action of the lure. If you are set on using a swivel, we recommend you tie a very small top quality ball bearing snap swivel to the end of your main line.

Should I use a swivel with a Rapala?

Rapala recommends tying directly, but what I learned was to use a snap (no swivel, just a snap) with most any crankbait because it can actually help facilitate the crank’s movement. Snap without a swivel here too.

Should you use a swivel when fishing?

The core benefit of a swivel is to prevent your line from twisting, so situations in which line twists are a risk is when swivels should be used. Note: Line twists are bad for anglers because twists can weaken the line and they also can cause the line to get itself into knots when casting (ex: those pesky wind knots).

What colors do walleye see best?

Walleyes also possess color vision, based on analysis of the structure of the light-sensitive cones. Scientists tell us walleyes should see red, orange, and yellow the best, followed by green. Theory also suggests walleyes see blue and violet less well, and these colors may even appear black.

Should I use a steel leader for walleye?

For walleye per se, you do not need to use a steel leader at all, as they won’t be able to bite through your mainline. However, if the water you are fishing in contains pike or muskies, you can use a 10-15lb fluorocarbon leader instead of steel, in order to prevent bite-offs.

Are walleye bottom feeders?

Walleyes are basically bottom feeders, but don’t ignore those fish that suspend over drop-offs in deep lakes. Some of the best summer walleye fishing is provided by suspended fish. Big walleye are consistently taken from these holes.

How do you target walleye?

Walleye Lures such as Crankbaits and Soft Plastics are a staple among the Walleye elite. I recommend starting out with Live Bait, either jigging or rigging, to get your hands on some fish first. If Live Bait is not readily available or you’re set on targeting trophies, then lures are the way to go.

What’s the best size for a fishing swivel?

What Size Swivel To Use When choosing the right size, you generally want to use a fishing swivel with a maximum strength that is a little bit heavier than your leader line. You may also go another size larger than the strength of your leader line.

What kind of swivels do you use for walleye?

I am making spinner rigs for walleye and use ball bearing swivels. I am familiar with SAMPO and SPRO but they are spendy. Does anyone have any experience with less costly Opti-Tackle or VMC swivels.

Which is the best type of swivel to use?

Spro is the best in my opinion, but yes, they are spendy. I don’t use the ball bearing ones, just their regular swivel. I run a barrel swivel on my main line attached to a duolock snap, then hook the snap to the barrel swivel that I tie on the harness.

Which is the best brand of Snap swivels?

I have some but want to try the Torpedo swivels too – I’d like to find a quality product that doesn’t cost $2 per swivel. Dreamweaver size #1 for spoons and #2 or #3 for flashers. Very solid. The Dreamweaver swivels are solid and holding up well. Torpedo Divers Swivels all the way, there is not a better swivel made.