Kwick Snaps or Fast Snaps

[Crestliner08]

Would the #2 be good for crankbaits too?

With cranks, I'd probably get the larger size, #3. However, if you are using cranks, you might be better off with a simple spring snap, such as the Duo-Locks. But you should probably know that I lost a dandy of a smallmouth bass that took my jerkbait this past spring. The snap, at the bend, broke! So now I'm searching for an alternative. Apparently the opening & closing of a standard snap creates a wear point at the bend which can lead to a failure. I've never use my recommended snap hooks on crankbaits. But then again, I rarely use cranks for crappie.

[skeetbum]

I have used the smallest duo lock snaps and never had any issues with em. Pulled cranks and caught cats and never had any baits lost.

[midcarolina]

used them when i first started LL but soon figured out I can tie a simple loop knot bout as fast....so thats one less thingamabob to keep up with.

[Crestliner08]

I'm seeing a real problem with using a loop knot and crankbaits. Think about it, the crank is moving fast and furiously back & forth as it swims. You'd be hard pressed to convince me that that wouldn't create a wear point in the loop of the line. I believe that's why snaps and snap hooks were created, to reduce breakage from direct ties, such as a loop knot. But I could be all wet!