Can you connect things directly to a swivel on fishing line?

Question

Can I connect a lure or hook directly to a swivel? or do I need to get another piece of fishing line, attach that to the hook or swivel, and then make a loop on the other end and attack THAT to the swivel?

Thanks for the help. But if it's possible to just connect it directly to the snap swivel, how come some people have the separate line attachment with the loop to connect it to?

Oh and what about if I just use a regular knot for a hook and not a snelled one, is that bad? because to the best of my understanding, and correct me if I'm wrong, but a snelled hook is just a regular hooked tied on a certain way

so just to clear things up as a final thought....I should have the lure or hook connected to a piece of fishing wire and have a loop at the end of that which connects to the snap swivel, right?

I definitely want to use the swivel because it is just much more convenient to use and I won't have to keep cuttting line to switch lures or hooks

Answer 1

Just to clarify!

Snaps and lures 101!!!
#1- snaps will work with some lures but will effect other lures true action by non direct contact with the eye of the lure causing some lures to sway or even roll or pull off to one side(dog track)!
#2- snaps when cast will at times fold onto the main line causing tangled hooks!
#3- snaps are made by the millions and many have defects and when a fish takes the lure it may fail then open losing lure and fish!
#4- fish see snaps at times and forward strike lures causing lost fish or break off!
#5- inferior snaps cause line twist!

Use of and for snaps or swivels!
#1- line shy fish needing the use of a leader!
#2- shock or bite leader!
#3- pre rigged baits with short leaders as in worms with built in coils in the soft plastic itself!(to leep from twisting line)
#4- use with drop rigs, slip sinker, 3 way!

Answer 2

I would not attach a lure directly to a snap swivel because it will ruin the action of the lure. If you are fishing on the bottom with a leader then by all means use a swivel. Snelled hooks have a specific knot tied on them, becareful about the knots you use when fishing some are better than others, and example is a palomer is better than an improved cinch knot which is better than a square knot. I suggest you get a book on knots and you will find things that work best for you.

Good Luck and Tight Lines,
Lance D

Answer 3

Swivel Fishing

Answer 4

Snap swivels are junk. You shouldnt ever attach anything diresctly to them. They will ruin the action of any lure. Your linre should be attached directly to whatever you're using. If a swivel is needed, use a barrel swivel with a leader coming off of it.

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Answer 5

You can attach a lure to a SNAP swivel, but a single hook ~ no. Best bet for single hook usin' a Snap swivel are pre-tied snelled hooks. Here is a link that'll help. Go through site and you'll get a lot of questions answered :)...

http://www.angelfire.com/ia3/fishing/index.html

EDIT: The reason I mentioned pre-tied Snelled hooks is for convenience, for the simple reason they already have the "loop" and are tied to the hook, annnnnd as far as snap-swivels bein' "junk", that again is convenience and I was conveyin' that to those who are just startin' out and not on the Pro Circuit. A Palomar as well as an Improved Clinch knot are good choices for tyin' line or leader to hook and when it comes to the "loop" a Surgeons Knot should be used. Here's a link that'll show you the various knots that can be used for fishin' as well as others that aren't related to fishin'. It is a great sight and is animated for easier learnin' of tyin' these knots.

http://animatedknots.com/indexfishing.php?LogoImage=LogoGrog.jpg&Website=www.animatedknots.com

Answer 6

The purpose of a swivel is to prevent line twist ...which is bad ...especially if u are using a spinning reel and mono line.
That's the entire purpose of a swivel ...of course easy removal of terminal tackles..Connect ur hooks to line using proper knots. Different knots have different holding strenth... the majority of line strength lies on the knots... i think 90%.
U sure dont wanna be loosing fish due to crappy knots.

Answer 7

hi there the answer is yes if you go into your local fishing shop and ask for an american snap swivel then all your problems are fixed just remebr to check the breaking strain of the swivel
tight lines

Answer 8

It's not usually done, but you could try it. Usually a shock leader is used to attach the hook to the swivel but without one might just worked. As yes you are right about a snell hook.

Answer 9

http://www.bettercatch.com/Fishing-Lure/Fishing-Knot-Lure.htm <- Should find what you need there, if you need more info about this email me. Trust me I have lots of time on my hands .

Answer 10

sure