Crankbaits

[Richard Kvasnicka]

Is it better to tie line directly to crankbait or can I use a swivel?

Also, what knot is best for this?

[Scott Ferguson]

There really is no reason for a swivel. Using a snap to make changing baits easier is fine. If you have lures like a spoon or sometimes an in-line spinner that will give you a lot of line twist, a snap swivel can be good, but just a plain snap is better with a crank bait.

[Richard Kvasnicka]

Thank you for the input Scott.

[rich mc]

as for a knot. if using a clip i tie a palomar knot and when using braid. otherwise an improved clinch

[Kev-mo]

To echo some of the above; most use a snap to make changing baits easier.  I personally use  palomar knot. Some like to change the line tie split ring to an oval one when tying direct. The idea is that it won't rotate like a round split ring trapping your line in the gap.

Snap swivel is best for baits that rotate like an inline spinner.

[Richard Kvasnicka]

Thanks Guys for the good suggestions.

It's nice to know there valuable resources at my finger tips.