Thread: Jig knot

Originally Posted by Crestliner08

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Mustad Snap Hooks. Easily change flies without tying

After many years of trial & error, I find the size #2 (medium) to work very effectively with 1/32 - 1/8 oz. jig heads. An added bonus is that this small device (which is small enough to float a dry fly) allows for quick and easy changing of jig heads without retying. JMO!

I use the snaps both summer and winter.
For ease of tying a knot and removing a lure I hold the snap hook with a hemostat.

Improved clinch knot for me.

loop .

I use mediium fas-snaps (sp) on all my rods. Lets the jig move freely and makes jig swap outs... well... a snap.

Loop because i like my jig to hang as horizontal as possible and it's a good solid and very strong knot.

Originally Posted by livemusic

Say, I keep coming up with questions, lol. What kind of knot do you guys use to tie crappie jigs on? If you strongly favor a certain knot, what makes it your fave?

i favor a loop knot or a hook snap tied on your line with a Palomar knot. They both will allow your jig to hand level in the water.

Whatever knot you choose practice it while watching TV ...with a bigger hook with point removed( safety first ) (easier to thread line on big hook) practice tell you can do it without looking (glance now and then)..Some Knots are impossible for me to do without looking (for me)...Choose one thats simple and good...Palomar is easy for me..Threading the Crappie hook just takes EYES and good steady aim..and I aint got either any more

I prefer a loop knot for jigs.