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[Windknot]

The first thing I do with any new lure is take off the split ring on the towing eye. I find there's no need for it when I use Decoy snaps, as they serve the same purpose. I use the smallest Decoy snaps even though they're a bit fiddley. I also sometimes use the Decoy spiral snaps, as they're very quick and easy to use, but on the negative side, I find they're a bit bulky.

I use Decoy snaps for all my fishing, whether I'm using hardbodies or soft plastics. Because, the snaps are actually taking the place of the original split rings, I feel there's no difference and it allows me to change lures very quickly and easily.

I haven't noticed any change to the performance of any lures when they're used with a snap, as the snap allows the lure complete freedom to do its thing.

I will admit that I'm prone to change lures far too many times, but I like to give all the favourites a run, particularly if it's a slow day. If I'm having success, I will leave the same lure on.

Years ago, I tied all my lures on with a loop knot. This was back in the days before braid was common. Since I've been using braid, I found that constantly tying loop knots in my leader, my leader doesn't last even one session, before it's too short.

I'd be lost without snaps.