Every fisherman loves to get new fishing gear and terminal tackle, and our team at OpticsPlanet is here to help you fill up your tackle box. We have a ton of ball bearing swivels, barrel swivels, and rolling swivels, as well as plenty of split rings and other options to help you bag your next trophy. We want to make accessibility a priority, so here are answers to some common questions about our terminal tackle.
A snap swivel is a piece of terminal tackle that connects to your fishing line and a fishing lure. It has two purposes: It allows one to change fishing lures quickly, without needing to tie a second knot. It also prevents your fishing line from twisting, mainly if you use spinning reels.
Split rings are used to attach lures to the leader or fishing hooks to a fishing lure. To cover most classes of fish, top manufacturers produce split rings from 10- to 420-pound-test. Split rings come in different weights, materials, and sizes; understanding the options available allows you to pick the right split ring for your style of fishing.
Yes they can. While it is usually recommended to reduce the amount of things in the water that fish can see to prevent scaring them off, a snap swivel only really becomes a problem if you use the wrong size rig. Also, avoid using them with live bait. Instead, focus on using a swivel that is much smaller than your fishing lure or bait. By getting a smaller swivel, you reduce the likelihood of scaring the fish, which is mainly a problem with smaller fish in general.
Here at OpticsPlanet, we are proud to offer a wide variety of fishing gear to help you gear up for your next trip. Check out the excellent products from some of our top fishing brands, including Eagle Claw, South Bend, and RIO.